RN--Clinical Specialist/Critical Care

HCA Hospital Corporation of America



The Critical Care Clinical Specialist is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the critical care activities.  The tasks and responsibilities of this position include:Collaborates with hospital managers and staff to assess the learning needs and competency gaps. Develops, implements and evaluates educational plans/programs. Facilitates a variety of learning experiences using a range of instructional methods. Demonstrates strong knowledge of healthcare standards and regulations in order to meet related training needs. Participates in the organization's compliance with mandatory training requirements. Utilizes methods, measurements and tools to evaluate achievement of learning goals. Serves as a consultant for staff in areas of program development, clinical practice and professional development. Participates in the coordination and continuity of orientation programs. Serves as an active member of committees focused on such areas as safety, infection control and staff competency. Demonstrates strong knowledge of standards and regulations related to staff development and patient education. Researches and recommends the purchase of educational materials and equipment. Coordinates and/or collaborates with external learning institutions as they utilize the hospital as a clinical teaching site. Assist in the development of standards and application of research to enhance the qualityof care for the critically ill patient and family. Acts as a coordinator for the interdisciplinary management of complex patient care while promoting cost effectiveness. Develops and implements education plans and programs for the staff, patients/families, and the community.



Required Job Qualifications Include:Current licensure as an RN. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; Master's Degree in Nursing preferred. Minimum 5 years of recent critical cate experience with one year of cardiac surgery. Previous instruction experience preferred. No less than one year of clinical nurse specialist role in critical care. Competency in utilizing computer programs for developing instructional materials, tracking related data and communicating information. BLS Healthcare Provider. CCRN, ACLS Instructor, BLS Instructor Able to speak, read and understand English fluently. Excellent communicator with engaging and effective presentation abilities. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision Knowledge of standards and regulations related to staff development and patient education. Researches and recommends the purchase of educational materials and equipment. Coordinates and/or collaborates with external learning institutions as they utilize the hospital as a clinical teaching site.