Professional Development Generalist - OR Services
Company: Houston Methodist
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
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:
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Job responsibilities labeled EF capture those duties that are
essential functions of the job.
PEOPLE - 25%
* Promotes a positive workplace environment and contributes to a
team-focused unit to achieve optimal departmental
turnover/retention/employee engagement results/scores. (EF)
* Collaborates with other health care professionals to promote
positive communication techniques for problem resolution and/or
impact achievement of identified goals including involvement in
shared governance. (EF)
* Functions as a liaison with the different departments to ensure
appropriate distribution of educational services for staff growth,
preparedness and competency. (EF)
* Promotes professional practice by supporting and mentoring the
transition-to-practice of interprofessional clinicians at every
level. Acts as a coach and guide to support the professional
development of clinicians. (EF)
SERVICE - 20%
* Participates in the assessment of educational needs across
units/departments by utilizing available data and accreditation
recommendations. Collaborates on designing, implementing, and
evaluating programs to meet the identified needs of the staff,
patients/families. (EF)
* Serves as a clinical resource for complex and/or highly
specialized patient care situations to patient care providers and
other health care professionals within the hospital and in the
community. (EF)
* Provides effective hospital education, training and delivery to
achieve performance outcomes for leading best practice and safe
patient care. (EF)
QUALITY/SAFETY - 25%
* Completes, coordinates, maintains, and submits, as indicated, all
program records and reports in a timely fashion. (EF)
* Participates in performance improvement activities to support
department/entity goals. (EF)
* Integrates evidence-based practice, instructional technology and
adult learning theory into educational offerings. (EF)
FINANCE - 10%
* Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and
prioritize daily tasks to meet the needs of clinical areas and
department. Completes activity/productivity & other reports on
timely basis. Recommends solutions to achieve department financial
objectives. (EF)
* Positively impacts quality and finance outcomes at department and
entity level by assuring efficient delivery of educational
offerings meeting the clinical needs identified.. (EF)
GROWTH/INNOVATION - 20%
* Identifies/supports innovative means to ensure accessibility and
availability of clinical education programs across
shifts/departments. (EF)
* Acts as a change agent. Participates in pertinent research
activities and evidenced-based practice projects. (EF)
* Attends workshops and other educational programs, to ensure
awareness of current developments and trends. Expands individual
nursing knowledge, completing and updating the individual
development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. (EF)
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications:
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
* Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited school of
nursing
* Master's degree preferred, in health or education field
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
* Four years clinical experience
* Education experience preferred
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 AttireYes/NoUniform NoScrubsYesBusiness professionalYesOther
(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:
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Company Profile:
Houston Methodist West Hospital is committed to leading medicine in
West Houston, Katy and surrounding communities by delivering the
Houston Methodist standard of exceptional safety, quality,
personalized service and innovation. The growing campus offers more
than 200 beds, 22 operating rooms and more than 1,900 employees.
Originally opened in 2010, the campus is expanding as part of the
master plan, adding additional inpatient beds and a third medical
office building to the campus by late 2023.
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