Professional Development Generalist Registered Nurse (RN) Educator

JOB SUMMARY
At Houston Methodist, the Professional Development Generalist position is responsible for the ongoing delivery of educational programs and activities. This position also participates in the assessment, planning/development, evaluation, and revision of educational activities. The Professional Development Generalist position progressively develops competence in the facilitation of learning which incorporates educational design including the use of technology and simulation, adult learning principles, change management, and evidence-based practice into curriculum development in accordance with Houston Methodist policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements. This position serves as a resource/consultant for assigned area of responsibility.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

• Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license, should obtain permanent license within 90 days. Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC)-recognized certification in an applicable specialty area within six months of eligibility
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Ability to build evidence-based practice into the clinical setting
• Demonstrates ability to plan, organize, and follow through on assignments and/or projects
• Exhibits leadership abilities including collaborative, consultative and coaching skills
• Ability to utilize adult learning theory; knowledge of current educational technologies
• Working knowledge of Microsoft products including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook
• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance and use in assigned clinical areas
• Works independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, HMH Nursing policies and procedures, nursing standards, and professional judgment

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS.

Work Attire	Yes/No
Uniform	No
Scrubs	Yes
Business professional	Yes
Other (dept approved)	No

On-Call*	No (for Non-Exempt or Exempt jobs)
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Event, etc) regardless of selection above.
Travel**
May require travel within	Yes
Houston Metropolitan area

May require travel outside	No
of Houston Metropolitan area

**Travel specifications may vary by department.

Please note any other special considerations to this job: __________________________

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, located 35 miles southeast of Houston, is the area’s only full-service hospital offering specialized medical care for patients at every stage in life. Houston Methodist Baytown houses 226 operating beds, with 15 operating rooms and more than 1,700 employees. The hospital brings Texas Medical Center excellence and quality care close to East Harris and surrounding counties.