Introduction
At Lutheran Senior Services, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of
Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest. In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day.
Summary
The Community Clinical Educator is responsible for the coordination, tracking, and evaluation of the education of licensed and non-licensed clinical care team members in compliance with LSS Clinical Education Council standards and State and Federal regulations. Maintains the Core Values that support the Christian Mission of Lutheran Senior Services, “Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest.”
Responsibilities
Serves as a member of the Clinical Education council and participate in council activities such as the LSS Annual Symposium
Provides education and training at assigned LSS community or communities as designated by the Clinical Education Council
Provides education and training to all levels of care
Delivers an orientation program which includes assessment and skills validation to assure each new team member is adequately prepared to perform their assigned clinical role
Supports the clinical practices related to documentation using the Electronic Health Record (EHR) during the orientation process an ongoing as identified by staff requests, supervisor recommendation, and/or periodic audits
Monitors and evaluates clinical education needs in collaboration with assigned community leadership
Coordinates education with other LSS departments for community-required training such as safety and HIPAA compliance
Monitors, evaluates, and delivers clinical education accordingly in preparation for annual state surveys
Delivers clinical education to address items identified by state surveyors both annually and as needed
Serves as an informational resource for a specific area of expertise as assigned by the Director of Clinical Education. For example, dementia training, infection control, fall prevention, etc.
Participates in the Clinical Education Council and other committees related to education and other training initiatives
Assists with identifying educational needs both system wide and at the community/service line levels; Works with the Director of Clinical Education on the development of formal curriculum to meet the needs of both the individual community and/or LSS system
Participates in the design and development of education and training for all clinical direct line, supervisory and leadership employees
Remains current on all training requirements per regulatory agencies. As well as all clinical tools utilized by an LSS clinician, e.g. glucometers, medical equipment, etc.
Serves as a content expert for all the clinical policy and procedures and is able to assist in explaining them to all clinicians when applicable
Coordinates training sessions with community leadership and Human Resources Directors, specifically new employee orientation for clinicians
Travels to multiple LSS sites bringing training sessions to employees
Prepares all needed communications for training sessions
Maintains record system by inputting and tracking employee participation
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be CPR BLS (basic life support) certified with the American Red Cross
- Previous experience in presenting and coordinating training programs in long term care preferred
- CNA and CMT instructor training preferred
- Basic computer skills to include Internet and Microsoft office (Word, Excel,
- Very good communication and organizational skills
- Current Registered Nurse license; BSN preferred
Powerpoint, etc.)
Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
The physical activities, demands and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. A well-lighted and ventilated working area that has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat). Is subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members. Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. The employee must have the ability to walk continuously; push 250lbs, generating 50lbs of push force simulating pushing a shower chair; push a wheelchair with a load of 200lbs; transfer a 50lbs load from a wheelchair to a surface at the same height; reach to a height of 72 inches; lift/carry 50lbs and push/pull 45lbs.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and standards.
