About the position
The Psychiatric Institute of Washington provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses. PIW is a 130 bed, short-term, acute care hospital offering inpatient, partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for chemical dependency. PIW has an excellent reputation as an innovative hospital with caring, dedicated staff, experienced in the delivery of behavioral healthcare. Situated in the safe, historical Tenleytown neighborhood, PIW is one mile from the Tenleytown Metro stop and within walking distance to local cafes and restaurants. The Nursing Educator is responsible for assisting the CNO/ADON in evaluating, reviewing, designing and implementing hospital training events with respect to all RN/LVN/MHT staff required training. Also provides, on as-needed basis, patient nursing assessments. Participates in Treatment Team meetings as needed.
Responsibilities
- Assist the CNO/ADON in evaluating, reviewing, designing and implementing hospital training events.
- Provide patient nursing assessments on an as-needed basis.
- Participate in Treatment Team meetings as needed.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited program in nursing.
- A minimum of three (3) years direct clinical experience preferred in a psychiatric or mental health setting.
- Direct experience in staff education, nursing practices, patient assessments, education concepts, practices and procedures.
- Registered Nurse in state of DC.
- Complete knowledge of crisis intervention techniques, restraint and seclusion.
- Ability to prepare and present training events as directed for Nursing Services.
- Completion of training in CPI/Verbal De-Escalation and CPR within 30 days of employment.
Nice-to-haves
- Master's Level education preferred.
- Experience in conducting weekend training as needed.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Competitive Compensation.
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan.
- Generous Paid Time Off.
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries.
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