The Clinical Educator is responsible for the development of the plan of education for the Transitional Care Unit (TCU).  The Clinical Educator works with the Clinical Director to orient, educate, and train the TCU staff in accordance with standards, regulations, and best practice, using a variety of teaching methods. Assists new and current staff in developing role clarity, professional role confidence, and proficiency. Operates as a change agent in the practice and learning environment and assists with staff and unit development. 

This role meets the regulatory requirements of the Director of Staff Development/DSD.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3.7 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 35 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Proficient communication skills, both oral and written
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge required to understand, guide, and support educational system processes
• Clinical competence
• Ability to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate educational programs and processes
• Detail-oriented and able to operate independently
• Proficient in delivering effective and dynamic education to patients and staff
• Ability to assess patient/staff learning needs and recommend programs to meet those needs
• Works independently and as part of a team
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects and objectives
• Ability to demonstrate teaching/learning strategies
• Principles of patient/family teaching.

Required:

• Active California RN license
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• BSN or currently enrolled in BSN program
• Two years’ clinical experience in an acute care or post-acute care facility
• Director of Staff Development certification (DSD) with 6 months of hire
• Must obtain LA City Fire Card within 6 months of employment (PHGSH Only)

Preferred:

• MSN Degree
• Prior experience in long-term care setting
• Knowledge of Title XXII and Medicare regulations
• Knowledge/experience in adult teaching methods.

About PIH Health

PIH Health is the Communities’ Health and Wellness Partner Our network of highly trained and compassionate physicians, nurses, clinicians, staff and volunteers work tirelessly and collaboratively every day to maintain and enhance the health and wellbeing of every member of our service areas. And when needed, we are here to coordinate care, manage chronic disease, and treat health conditions for the best possible outcomes. We’re a nonprofit, regional healthcare network with three hospitals, numerous outpatient medical offices, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. Our leadership is dedicated to putting patients first—a cornerstone of our mission, vision and values—as we deliver top-quality healthcare. We serve more than 3.7 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. Why PIH Health? Our culture is built around our core values, which are the guiding principles for everything we do. For over 60 years, PIH Health has maintained a sense of community and a family-like cultur...e where patients are the top priority, and employees and volunteers are proud to be affiliated with such an outstanding organization. PIH Health Hospital - Whittier Our Whittier campus delivers outstanding and compassionate care to patients, every day. Among other awards, PIH Health Hospital - Whittier has been named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® for the third consecutive year by Truven Health Analytics. PIH Health Hospital in Whittier, CA is located 30 minutes east of Los Angeles, close to the Los Angeles and Orange County border. There are many great communities in which to live that surround the hospital. This means easy access to work, great dining, shopping, entertainment and spectacular beaches. Whatever your passion, you’ll find the right place for it here. PIH Health Hospital - Downey is a nonprofit hospital with a rich, nearly 100-year history of meeting the healthcare needs of its community. The Downey campus is part of the PIH Health comprehensive health network consisting of two hospitals, 18 medical office locations and a host of specialty services. According to US News & World Report, the hospital scores highly in patient safety and orthopedics. With 955 employees, the hospital is the 5th largest employer in the city of Downey.

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