Nurse Educator

Responsibilities

Fairfax Behavioral Health has an opportunity for a Full-Time Nurse Educator in Kirkland

Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility):

Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free-standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidenced-based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett and Monroe, Washington. Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is ourselves or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidenced-based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes.

For more information, please visit us at https://www.fairfaxhospital.com/

COVID-19 Vaccination requirement:

 After October 18, 2021 all Washington state healthcare employees, educators, contractors, and interns will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination record as a condition of employment. You must submit your documentation to Human Resources before your first day of employment with Fairfax. Please remember to bring your COVID-19 immunization card to your orientation with our HR team. 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Nurse Educator is responsible for managing and directing the activities related to the education of Registered Nurses, LPNs and Mental Health Technicians in established standards of care, mental health practice and facility policy, goals, and objectives. This position contributes to the hospital’s philosophy, objectives, educational and quality improvement efforts, while providing guidance.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required, Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience:

• A minimum of one year of charge nurse/leadership experience is preferred.
• Management and nursing education experience in a psychiatric health-care facility is also preferred.

Licensure:

• RN must have license to practice by state board of nursing.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Additional Requirements:

• CPR (AED) and Handle with Care & Verbal De-Escalation Training is required within 30 days of employment.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission/CMS, OSHA, state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Must pass (80% or higher) medication test as well as demonstrate proficiency in medication administration.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of psychiatric and medical procedures within scope of practice.
• Knowledge of all code procedures.
• Knowledge of state mental health laws, and abuse laws, and the DSHS provider agreement.
• Organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines.
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including telephone etiquette and paging procedures.
• Adherence to safety policies and procedures and ability to follow calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to use good judgment and to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Collaborative nature that allows you to work as a strong team player.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience and dedication.
• Recognition of the importance of adapting to the various patient demographics (adolescent, adult and geriatric).
• Previous experience working successfully in a fast-paced and ever changing environment.
• Capability of meeting corporate deadlines.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND SPECIAL DEMANDS

• Ability to move frequently is required in the delivery of patient care.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, twist, and stoop in the delivery of patient care. Lifting and holding a patient may be required without assistance.
• Ability to work inside with air conditioning in summer and heat in winter.
• Visual acuity necessary for accurate reading of gauges, patient changes, and reports.

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