Under general supervision functions as a consultant, educator, expert practitioner and researcher. Serves as organizational resource to ensure evidence-based practice, and to facilitate optimal patient care within the GBMC Medical Center community. Is accountable for clinical practice issues within area of expertise.
Education
Master's degree in Nursing or higher level after completing the basic nursing program. Completion of program in a specialty area in nursing accredited by NLNAC, CCNE or any other accrediting body recognized by the Board of Nursing.
Experience
At least five (5) years' experience in relevant clinical area
Skills
Licensures, Certifications
Physical Requirements
Working Conditions
Conditions of Employment
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Educational Competency
1. Identifies educational needs of staff through assessment of practice in the clinical area, and communicates to education specialist and manager.
2. Participates in formal and informal education in area of expertise.
3. Acts as a clinical resource to affiliating student programs.
Direct Care Competency - direct interaction with staff, managers, physicians to promote best practice and compliance with department standards and hospital policies.
Identifies potential risks to patient safety and quality of care based on departmental assessment of performance, knowledge and practice of staff.
Synthesizes assessment data, advanced knowledge, experience, using critical thinking and clinical judgment to formulate and develop strategies using evidence based practice model to achieve defined system outcomes.
Assists staff in the development of innovative, cost-effective programs or protocols of care.
Evaluates nursing practice that considers Safety, Timeliness, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Efficacy and Patient-centered care.
Determines when evidence based guidelines, policies, procedures and plan of care need to be tailored/adjusted to individual units and patient population.
Differentiates between outcomes that require care process modification at the department staff level and those that require modification at the system level.
Provides leadership for collaborative, evidence-based revision of department guidelines, protocols, policies and procedures to improve patient outcomes.
Consultation Competency - is the recognition as having specialized clinical expertise.
System Leadership Competency - is the ability to manage change and empower others to influence clinical practice and political processes both within and across departments.
Promotes a practice climate conducive to providing ethical care.
Collaboration Competency - working jointly with others to optimize clinical outcome.
Coaching competency - skillful guidance and teaching to advance the care of patients and the profession of nursing.
Research Competency
Evaluation of Clinical Practice
All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:
Respect
I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.
Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities
Excellence
I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.
Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
Actively pursues learning and self-development
Pays attention to detail; follows through
Accountability
I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.
Sets a positive, professional example for others
Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
Reports to work regularly and on time
Teamwork
I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.
Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others
Ethical Behavior
I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.
Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers
Results
I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.
Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently
COVID-19 Vaccination
All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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