Unit Team Leader/Clinical Educator - Cardiac Cath Lab

Responsible for leadership and oversight for daily unit operations as designated by the Department Director. Responsible in absence of Director for unit operations.

Participates in patient care activities both directly and indirectly as a resource to staff members. Delivers direct/indirect patient care utilizing the nursing process or designated scope of practice. Through data collection and assessment identifies and prioritizes patients# problems and needs.# Demonstrates critical thinking to assure the delivery of safe, quality care.

Performs education and training for patients, staff and community. Coordinates, plans, and performs a variety of learning experiences for #team members. Determines educational needs based on team member input, physician feedback, performance improvement activities, variance report tracking, advances in clinical knowledge and practice.

Coordinates unit educational activities to meet the assessed needs for team member development. Plans and performs new team member orientation, education and training on new technology/protocols, as well as ongoing in-service education. Functions as a unit-based clinical expert.# Graduate of an approved school of nursing; BSN required Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Missouri required 5 years# experience in related field Current BLS, ACLS and Moderate Sedation Required Certification in an Advanced Nursing Skill (Specialty area in which you will be working) preferred Knowledge and skill in program design, implementation and evaluation Possess strong communication, organizational and leadership skills with strong critical thinking skills Knowledge and skill in program design, implementation and evaluation Familiar with basic nursing performance standards as outlined in the Missouri Nurse Practice Act Proficient in Microsoft word, Excel, Outlook#####