Job Summary
Incorporates the primary components of expert clinical practice and promotes an error free care environment, education, research advocate, and assures the provision of quality care.
*** Schedule for this position will primarily be for Day shifts, however requires flexiblity to work evenings, weekends, etc. as needed ***
Job Specific Duties
- Coordinates orientation for new staff and preceptor development. Completes probationary evaluations, implements/follow up on Peri-Op 101 modules and participates in Learning Contract development.
- Critically evaluates and anticipates risks to patient safety with the aim of preventing medical errors.
- Engages staff in the development of evidence based practice projects that will improve patient and nursing outcomes.
- Identifies practice changes and develops unit specific outcome measures related to the hospital strategic plan and reports on these outcomes on a quarterly basis.
- Identifies the educational needs of SPD staff; designs, develops, coordinates, and provides an annual educational plan.
- Implements subsequent programs to enhance staff performance and evaluates educational outcomes.
- Obtains, synthesizes, analyzes, and utilizes data from information systems and technologies to improve and/or change current processes to achieve desired outcomes using LEAN principles.
- Remains current of trends in pediatric practice specific to the particular specialty. Shares and disseminates new information to SPD staff and other disciplines across the institution and community.
- Through direct and indirect patient care, functions as the unit's clinical expert/role model for a defined group of patients by analyzing care and identifying clinical issues.
- Leads in the coordination of complex care across a continuum of care from admission, transfer, and discharge.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
- CRCST certification- maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
- 4-7 years SPD experience in a hospital setting
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of sterilization methods, infection prevention and regulatory requirements
- CHL; CIS certifications preferred
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
- Aware of the current AAMI ST79 standards. Utilization of IFU’s and oneSource. Familiar with Pre-vacuum sterilizers, STERIS mechanical washers and ultrasonic machines. Experience with tray tracking systems.
- Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Possesses proficiency in computers and Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Able to analyze and interpret data and utilize the information to make judgments regarding patient care.
- Ability to positively influence, hold self, and others accountable.
- Able to work effectively in collaborative environment.
- Ability to apply principles of evidence-based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice.
- Able to encourage and facilitate the ongoing professional development of SPD personnel.
- Able to provide guidance and support to staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge in SPD.
Nursing- Support (Non-Clinical)
Florida-Miami-Nicklaus Children's Hospital - Main Hospital Campus
NURSING PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE-2100-860010
:Full Time