Staff Developer - Emergency - Nurse Education

San Jose, CA, United States

Salary : $188,244.16 - $252,526.56 Annually

Location : San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 23-S38-E7

Department: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

Opening Date: 11/20/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Bargaining Unit: 04

Description

Under direction, to provide a comprehensive staff development program for clinical staff based on learning needs of clinical personnel.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center has one vacant Staff Developer positions to support the Emergency Department.

A qualified applicant would typically have at least three years of experience in the Emergency nursing specialty, evidence of expertise and competency in the identified nursing specialty, and additional experience as an educator/staff developer.

Typically would have a BSN from a four-year college or university. Master's degree in nursing preferred. Master's degree in nursing education or an adult ED/ICU nursing field preferred. Nationally recognized certification or related nursing specialty and/or Staff Development preferred.

The eligible list will be used for future openings within this competency area.

Better Health for All!

The County of Santa Clara owns and operates a Hospitals and Clinics Delivery System that includes Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, O'Connor Hospital, and St. Louise Regional Hospital.

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center - 731 bed tertiary level acute care hospital provides the highest level of adult and pediatric emergency medical and trauma services, a regional high risk Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, an ACS-verified Burn Trauma Center, a Primary Stroke Center, a CARF-accredited Rehabilitation Center, emergency and acute inpatient psychiatric services, as well as a range of other specialized services - in some cases the only such treatment in the region.

O'Connor Hospital -358 bed acute care facility offering a full range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty programs to more than 1 million residents of San Jose. O'Connor Hospital was founded in 1889 as one of the first hospitals in Santa Clara County.

St. Louise Regional Hospital - 93 bed acute care facility, affectionately known as South County's community hospital, is a Designated Primary Stroke Center, and is the only acute care hospital in the area. Located in Gilroy, St. Louise is one of the largest employers in the community.

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Typical Tasks

Serves as a clinical resource and role model;

Develops and participates in orientation programs for new employees;

Plans and establishes a comprehensive competency program;

Participates in the planning and teaching of educational programs necessary for hospital accreditation or other regulatory requirements;

Participates on nursing, health- and hospital-wide committees;

Provides support and direction to the Clinical Partners participating in the Orientation Program;

Works cooperatively with staff and managers to determine educational needs of the employees;

Provides regulatory agency mandated inservices to staff on a yearly basis and participates in the provision of these inservices to the entire SCVHHS community;

Assists in developing yearly goals and objectives for the Staff-Development Program;

Works with management to plan and achieve goals and objectives for each unit;

Participates in Quality Improvement activities to evaluate services;

Maintains knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and legal aspects of nursing;

Participates in research projects as assigned;

Evaluates and disseminates pertinent research findings;

Assists staff members in understanding and utilizing research finding in their practice;

Pursues continuing education to expand knowledge and expertise.

Employment Standards

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in California and sufficient education and experience which demonstrate possession of the qualifications necessary to successfully perform the typical tasks noted above.

Experience Note: A qualified applicant would typically have at least three years experience in the identified nursing specialty, evidence of expertise and competency in the identified nursing specialty, and additional experience as an educator/staff developer.

Typically would have a BSN from a four-year college or university. Master's degree in nursing preferred. Nationally recognized certification in identified nursing specialty and/or Staff Development preferred.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits

The County offers robust retirement plans including a (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account

The empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

The enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the , an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D

The County offers life and disability benefits including , Insurance, These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness

The offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement

A generous program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE : Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

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01

Do you have an active California Registered Nurse License without restrictions? Yes

No

02

What is your highest level of Nursing Education? AA/ AS/ Diploma, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in a non-accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital

BSN, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in a non-accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital

AA/ AS/ Diploma, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in an accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital

MEPN with RN license pursuing MS

BSN, Clinical Practicum concurrent with theory in an accredited Joint Commission acute care hospital

MSN

Doctor of Nursing Practice

Phd

03

Indicate which hospital in the County of Santa Clara Health System you are willing to work. O'Connor Hospital

Saint Louise Regional Hospital

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

04

Indicate the location of your current RN nursing role Inpatient Acute Care Hospital

Ambulatory Care Clinic

Custody Health Services

Sub Acute Care Hospital

Surgery Center

Long Term Care

No prior RN nursing experience

Home Care

Hospice

Dialysis Center

05

Are you a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Emergency or Critical Care? Yes

No

06

Are you nationally certified as a Staff Developer? Yes

No

07

Are you a Certified Emergency Nurse? Yes

No

08

Do you have CCRN certification? Yes

No

09

List all active national and international nursing certification. Indicate the first year certified.

10

Indicate the number of years you've worked as a RN in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care hospital. Do not include years while in nursing school. No Acute Care experience

1 year less than 2 years

2 years less than 3 years

3 years less than 4 years

4 years less than 5 years

5 years less than 10 years

10+ years

11

Are you currently working as an RN in an Emergency Department? Yes

No

12

Do you have three years of Emergency RN experience? Yes

No

13

Indicate the number of years (not counting clinical experience while in nursing school) of RN experience in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care Emergency Department. No Emergency RN experience

Less than 1 year

1 year less than 2 years

2 years less than 3 years

3 years less than 5 years

5 years less than 10 years

10+ years

14

Are you currently working as a RN in Critical Care? Yes

No

15

Do you have three years of RN experience in Critical Care? Yes

No

16

Indicate the number of years (not counting clinical experience while in nursing school) of RN experience in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care Critical Care Department. No Critical Care RN experience

Less than 1 year

1 year less than 2 years

2 years less than 3 years

3 years less than 4 years

4 years less than 5 years

5 years less than 10 years

10+ years

17

Describe your experience as an educator/staff developer.

18

Describe a teaching program you developed for staff to improve their knowledge in some aspect of emergency/critical care nursing? If not applicable, indicate "N/A."

19

Describe your experience in developing and implementing appropriate policies and procedures to ensure the smooth functioning of an assigned unit. Include name of employer, job title and dates of employment. If not applicable, indicate "N/A."

20

Do you have Emergency Department Staff Developer experience? Yes

No

21

Indicate the number of years you've worked as an Emergency Department (ED) Staff Developer in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care hospital. No ED Staff Developer experience

Less than 1 year

1 year less than 2 years

2 years less than 3 years

3 years less than 4 years

4 years less than 5 years

5 years less than 10 years

10+ years

22

Do you have Critical Care Staff Developer experience? Yes

No

23

Indicate the number of years you've worked as a Critical Care Staff Developer in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care hospital. No Critical Care Staff Developer experience

Less than 1 year

1 year less than 2 years

2 years less than 3 years

3 years less than 4 years

4 years less than 5 years

5 years less than 10 years

10+ years

24

Do you have RN Educator experience? Yes

No

25

Indicate the number of years you've worked as an RN Educator in a Joint Commission Accredited Acute Care hospital. No RN Educator experience

Less than 1 year

1 year less than 2 years

2 years less than 3 years

3 years less than 4 years

4 years less than 5 years

5 years less than 10 years

10+ years

26

How did you first learn about the job openings in the County of Santa Clara Health System? SCVMC Employee

SLRH Employee

OCH Employee

LinkedIn

Friends and Family

Facebook

Indeed

Twitter

Glassdoor

SCVMC Website

SCVMC Nurse Recruitment / HR

Government Jobs.com

School

Professional Nursing Associations

Hospital Website

Other

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