Provides education and evaluation to nursing and patient care staff, and facilitates evidenced-based research within a specialized area of nursing. Collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for a specialized group of patients. Performs direct specialty nursing services to patients as required, ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards and all related policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provides educational leadership to patients and care providers to enhance specialized patient care within established healthcare setting.
2. Assists patients and caregivers with educational needs, problem resolution, and health management across the continuum of care.
3. Collaborates with medical providers, patient care staff, and unit management in the planning, implementation, and delivery of educational curricula.
4. Initiates skills development programs within the parameters of established care models; monitors trends and implements educational strategies to ensure compliance with quality standards and parameters.
5. Provides direct specialized nursing services to an assigned group of patients, providing specialized patient care within nursing protocols and assisting in the performance of all related nursing duties.
6. Develops patient care plans, incorporating evidenced-based research and national standards; consults with and serves as a resource to ensure quality patient care.
7. Educates technical and patient care staff in the use of new equipment, supplies, and instruments; coordinates in-service training and workshops for appropriate staff.
8. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
9. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Associate's degree in Nursing; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification/Licensure: State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the multi-state privilege to practice compact with New Mexico.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of protocol, procedures, and standards within area of nursing expertise.
• Ability to provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to assess educational needs and design and develop responsible curricula.
• Working knowledge of the use of established care models in the development of education programs.
• Technical leadership skills within area of expertise.
• Advanced nursing skills in area of specialty.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care programs.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.