RN / Clinical Nurse Educator - Ambulatory Care

Job Description

UW Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Educator. This position will support the outpatient ambulatory clinic staff at our Montlake and Northwest medical center campuses.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full time / 100% FTE
• Day shifts Monday-Friday

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, develops, organizes, teaches, and evaluates staff education. This may include orientations, in-services, residencies, preceptorships, BLS/ACLS renewals, and continuing education programs
• Conducts specific classes and competency verifications
• Works with staff to identify opportunities for professional growth and implements educational strategies to support staff in transition
• Acts as an education resource to support quality patient care
• Collaborates with community agencies outside the medical center regarding professional nursing practice
• Promotes and supports a high functioning environment that fosters continuing learning and professional development
• Participates in clinical and organizational policy and procedure development
• Supports systems and processes to promote evidence-based practice and clinical inquiry
• Participates in the development of quality assessment and improvement programs

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Active licensure to practice as a RN in Washington State
• BLS
• 4 years of clinical RN experience in an ambulatory setting
• 2 years of experience in education/teaching, including experience developing, implementing, presenting, and evaluating educational programs
• Strong working knowledge of adult teaching and learning principles
• Strong skills in program development, coordination, and presentation in a variety of modalities

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. 

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.