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LOCATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | Ambulatory Clinic - Kona Health Center POSITION STATUS : 1.00 | Permanent SALARY RANGE : BU09 | SR22 SALARY RATE: $125,400.00 (Annual Salary) based on the Full Time Employment JOB DUTIES : The Kona Health department’s ambulatory clinic programs collectively deliver preventive, diagnostic, procedural, chronic disease management, and specialty care across the West Hawaii community.
The Registered Professional Nurse IV (Unit Based Educator, Ambulatory Clinic) is responsible for: A. Coordination of Orientation, Preceptorship, Competency, and Miscellaneous Training Programs Assessment, development, planning, coordination, facilitation, and evaluation of education programs for all levels of personnel. It includes institutional planning, new educational programs, and revising existing programs to meet current needs and comply with CMS (Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and DOH (Department of Health) requirements.
This position is expected to be covered in the absence of other RN Education Coordinators or Instructors. 1. Instruction and Program Responsibilities A. Serves as Instructor for live and/or remote education, training, and in-service programs provided to ambulatory clinic employees, medical staff, contract workers, students, visitors, etc.
B. Serves as a specialist for various education and training programs. 2. Orientation and Training Programs Coordinates orientation/training programs that include: a) Application of and instruction in the Clinic and department policies and procedures, clinical standards and practices/techniques, professional development, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards. b) Initial training, use, competencies, of department equipment and supplies. c) Administration of medications and treatments. d) Legal implications of patient care. e) Provides updates in professional development through demonstrations of new forms, practices, equipment, products, and techniques. f) Provides in-service education for staff in the ambulatory clinics as required. g) Works with managers to develop, implement, and review comprehensive orientation, competency, and preceptorship programs. h) Tracks new staff through the completion of orientation, meets with the Practice Managers and Providers, and provides reports to the Sr.
Director of Ambulatory Services, Hospital Management Officers, and others as required. i) Coordinates with internal and external instructors for specific courses as required and approved. j) Coordinates, develops, plans, organizes, and implements all other education and training programs when such programs are needed to be created. 3. Technology and Educational Support a) Utilizes technological means to develop educational programming using online education modules; knowledge of computers and computer programs is needed. b) Practices within the Hawaiʻi Nurse Practice Act and maintains an active, unencumbered Hawaiʻi RN license and required certifications. c) Supports the clinic’s compliance with Rural Health Clinic certification, CLIA, OSHA, emergency preparedness and infection prevention requirements, and reports deficiencies promptly. 4.
Reporting and Budgeting a) Participates in the development and preparation of annual reports such as summaries, evaluations, and projected plans. b) Participates in the preparation of the annual education budget for approval. c) May respond to monthly budget variance reports. 5. Supervision and Recordkeeping a) Plans, reviews, and supervises the work of outside education contractors and employee instructors. b) Evaluates RN performance for RNs who are in the preceptor roles. c) Maintains current, accurate records of attendance/participation in educational programs and provides summary reports as needed. d) Models respectful, culturally responsive service to patients, families, staff and the community. 6.
Student and Agency Coordination a) Works with outside agencies that place their students at the Kona Health for their rotation. b) Organizes networking with instructors as needed. c) Receives and reviews with nurse management the evaluations of student experiences. 7. Curriculum and Program Development a) Maintains access to a clinical reference database for clinical personnel (books, journals, internet). b) Under the supervision of the Hospital Management Officer-Regional Senior Director of Ambulatory Services, establishes curriculum and provides education for offerings in concert with defined goals and objectives. c) Analyzes and identifies training needs based on current attitude, skill, and knowledge, and expected attitude, skill, and knowledge. 8.
Evaluation of Educational Programs Evaluates instructional materials through a variety of assessment methods that may include, but are not limited to: a) Learning needs assessments/surveys b) Nursing care evaluation studies c) Position descriptions d) Performance evaluations e) Interviews/meetings f) Infection control reports g) Quality assurance and risk management reports Programs are developed on department/unit/individual needs and based on current standards of practice; utilizing principles of adult learning; and include behavioral objectives, content outline, and valid evaluation mechanisms. a.
Uses quality improvement techniques to evaluate the effectiveness of educational activities. 9. Collaboration and Additional Function a) Consults and coordinates with managers, supervisors, and others concerning subject matter, type of class/demonstration, remote learning, number of personnel involved, best time and place for meetings, classes, demonstrations, and other pertinent information. b) Demonstrates creativity, flexibility, and follow-through on meeting educational learning needs when individualizing educational activities. c) Participates in West Hawaii Region/nursing committees and special programs for the development of staff personnel. d) Participates in an ongoing review and revision of nursing policies and serves as a consultant when needed. e) Represents the West Hawaii Region in staff development initiatives and community continuing education interest groups. f) Coordinates and finds qualified instructors for specialized programs as needed. g) Ensures coverage when scheduled instructors are not available. h) May provide support and training to West Hawaii staff as needed. i) Assists in the development of education programs, policies, and procedures. j) Makes recommendations for improvement to education programs. k) Performs other related duties and responsibilities.
B. Other Duties a) Communicates and interacts with patients, families, and other staff members positively and courteously. b) Participates in projects and initiatives geared toward improving customer service in the Ambulatory Clinics. c) Applies the principles of growth and development when providing educational opportunities. d) Complies with mandatory in-service requirements. e) Maintains the strictest confidentiality of all facility and related employee/patient information. f) Participates in Joint Commission (TJC), safety, performance improvement, and infection control activities. g) Adheres to HHSC and West Hawaii rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. h) Ensures that remote work meets high standards and is completed promptly.
THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated; the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week.
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) is preferred but not required.
Applicants must have shown progressively responsible work experience of the kind and quality described below: EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: A minimum of one and a half (1 1/2) years of professional nursing work experience is required, with at least one (1) year in an ambulatory, clinic-based, or outpatient specialty setting. Prior supervisory or lead nursing experience is required. Over 2 years of experience working across multiple specialty areas in an ambulatory environment is highly desirable.
The previous years of specialized experience in nursing education, teaching, and curriculum planning are highly desirable. In addition, varied experience in ambulatory clinics is desired. SUPERVISORY APTITUDE: For Registered Professional Nurse IV and above, must have demonstrated supervisory aptitude — defined as the demonstrated potential and/or documented experience in performing supervisory or lead duties through prior charge nurse, team-lead, or clinic supervisor assignments, supervisory training completion, or favorable supervisor appraisals indicating supervisory readiness.
LICENSE REQUIRED: Possession of a current license to practice as a professional nurse in the State of Hawaii. CERTIFICATION: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Health Care Worker required at time of appointment. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Knowledge of nursing theory and practice; nursing techniques and procedures; nursing literature and current trends and development in nursing; biological, physical, social and medicinal sciences as related to nursing theory and practice; nursing techniques and procedures.
Knowledge of JCAHO requirements, and those of other federal, state, or private regulatory/review organizations with which the hospital interacts. Ability to plan and schedule the work of others and utilize the principles and practices of supervision. The ability to apply nursing theory and practice in planning and giving nursing care; recognize, interpret and evaluate symptoms of patient’s condition; and take appropriate action.
The position should be able to initiate and maintain working relationships with members of the medical staff, administration, nursing and other departments and agencies affiliated with the hospital. All civil service job vacancies will be posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices QUALITY OF
Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities.
If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.
MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted. CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under the federal law for unrestricted employment and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL
Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.
MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.
CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. Applicable checks may include, but are not limited to, state and federal criminal history records, child abuse and neglect registry check, adult protective services registry and sex offender registry records, etc. If a job offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Administrative Review, subsequent appeals : If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee.
Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals.
The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board. CONTACT INFORMATION : KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is located at 79-1019 Haukapila Street Kealakekua, HI 96750.
For employment opportunities, please contact (808) 322-4458, email: jobs@hhsc.org or visit our website at https://www.hhsc.org/. Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at (808) 322-4458, jobs@hhsc.org. #KonaCommunityHospital>>> #NurseUBE