Job Description

Overview:

Nurse Educator - Full Time

This position will oversee both Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital and Rehabilitation Hospital of Northwest.

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital

in Post Falls, Idaho is a long-term acute care hospital dedicated to patients with serious, medically complex conditions that require extended hospitalization and specialized care. We provide advanced critical care services for individuals recovering from severe illness or injury - including ventilator weaning and respiratory therapy, complex wound care, post-intensive care rehabilitation, and management of multiple organ system conditions. Our highly skilled team of physicians, critical care nurses, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation specialists deliver around-the-clock care with a focus on stabilizing health and promoting recovery. The hospital features advanced monitoring equipment and all private rooms to enhance patient comfort and safety. North Idaho Advanced Care Hospital is expanding its services and will be opening an in-patient rehabilitation (IRU) unit to pair with its long-term acute care beds. The IRU will provide acute rehabilitation services to patients with neurologic, orthopedic, cardiac and respiratory disease. Recognized with the AARC Quality Respiratory Care award and accredited by The Joint Commission, Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital offers a healing, family-like environment where each patient receives compassionate, life-sustaining care on their journey to wellness.

Experience the Charm of North Idaho -

Nestled between Coeur d'Alene and Spokane, Post Falls offers stunning natural beauty with easy access to outdoor adventure. Enjoy hiking, boating, fishing, and skiing all within minutes of home, thanks to nearby rivers, lakes, and mountains. With a low cost of living, friendly community, Post Falls is a hidden gem for those seeking a high quality of life. Its blend of small-town feel and proximity to urban amenities makes it an ideal place to live, work, and explore.

We are seeking a Nurse Educator to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees' work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available Dental and Vision coverage 401K with employer matching Life insurance Short-and-long term disability

Wellness & Work Life Balance:

Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

Professional Growth:

Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Qualifications:

Required Skills:

Current Registered Nurse license required. Current CPR certification required. Three years' direct nursing experience required. One year experience in Employee Education preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

Knowledge of principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of education programs. Knowledge of current nursing theory and practice, infection control, and wound care standards of practice. Knowledge of current regulatory requirements and best practices for industry. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures. Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management. Effective organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with others. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.



Responsibilities:

Develops and maintains educational strategies and programs to ensure appropriate professional development for multiple departments and disciplines. Keeps staff current about changes in protocols and procedures. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.