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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive

Supervisor Nursing Practice and Clinical Education -  St. Francis Downtown

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Supervisor, Nursing Practice and Clinical Education is accountable for planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing education and practice programs for the assigned site or market. This role leads site Nursing Professional Development Coordinators and at times delivers education alongside staff. This role serves as an operational partner for the site chief nurse(s) and senior nurse leaders to position professional nursing direction for success by effectively executing and delivering results related to nursing care delivery.

Essential Job Functions

• Implements system nursing education and professional development programs, and supports evidence-based practice and nursing research efforts to ensure consistent and effective execution across assigned departments and facilities. Includes but is not limited to: orientation and onboarding, RN Residency, and preceptor programs.

• Assesses clinical learning needs and provides direction and support for nursing education, practice, and research to advance the nursing strategic plan to drive results.  Uses critical thinking, and applies the nursing process, principles of adult learning, teaching, learning theories and age appropriate teaching strategies to the implementation of educational programs.

•  Provides oversight for clinical and nursing education and professional practice resources at the site or market and works closely with site nursing and quality leadership teams to support the nursing strategy quality objectives.

• Works to ensure that nursing education and professional practice initiatives advance opportunities promote the development of a competent, confident nursing workforce, healthy work environments, and a safe, reliable, patient-centric experience of care across geography and practice settings in the assigned market.

• Partners with the site, and market nursing leaders and nursing informatics subject matter experts to provide education and practice support in the implementation and optimization of all nursing technology (i.e. electronic medical records (EMR), communication and scheduling systems, and patient care equipment) to deliver high quality patient care

• Responsible for staff education and preceptor support and development including coaching and mentoring for assigned departments.

• Partners effectively with system resources to implement and deploy nursing career development pathways, and programs for nurses across the continuum of care in order to achieve key process indicators such as first year RN turnover, and nursing retention rates, etc.

• Acts as a role model for behaviors that embody the mission, vision, and values of Bon Secours Mercy Health as well as professional nursing practice standards and, demonstrates attributes of a growth mindset.

• Oversees student clinical rotations, adopts, and effectively executes system programs for transition to practice for new to practice RN and APNs, career development pathways, and nursing practice changes to achieve clinical quality, nursing workforce, and organizational outcomes across assigned location.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Current RN License from an accredited program in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required)

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) (required)

Masters of Science Nursing (MSN) or related field (preferred)

Work Experience

2 years of experience in a role working with the Nursing Professional Development (required) (3 years preferred)

2 years of experience with education concepts and processes necessary for assessment, development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of adult learning (required) (3 years preferred)

1 year of experience with the Magnet or Pathways to Excellence recognition programs (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency                                              0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)                                             X                                                                       

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)             X                                                                                                

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)                                                        X                                                                    

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)                        X                                                                                                 

Stoop, Kneel                                            X                                                                                             

Crawling                                                  X                                                                                               

Climbing                                                 X                                                                                                 

Balance                                                    X                                                                                                

Bending                                                                                X                                                                 

Work Position

Frequency                                               0%                  1-33%                 34-66%                 67-100%

Sitting                                                                                                             X                                       

Walking                                                                            X                                                                     

Standing                                                                                                        X                                        

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Not applicable to this position     

Hazards

Not applicable to this position                                                                             

Skills

Professional Nursing

Clinical Nursing

Learning Design

Communication

Writing

Editing

Ability to work independently

Inter-personal communication style

Fostering a psychological safe environment

Microsoft Office

Clinical information systems

Learning technology

Competency assessment

Competency validation

Regulatory agencies

Leadership

Mentorship

Teamwork

Relationship Building

Learning Facilitation

Education

Training Employees

Career Development

Clinical Education

Employee Orientation

Onboarding

Bon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, shot- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].