Regional Education Specialist, Behavioral Health

Job Description

The Regional Clinical Educator for Behavioral Health (BH) provides educational services for areas of clinical expertise and patient care services to attain the Hospital’s objectives, mission and values established by corporate administration. Supports corporate-wide programs, policies and procedures are developed to assess, evaluate and meet the needs of the BH patient. Assists with development and implementation of education plans for providing training in specialized clinical settings. The Clinical Educator for Behavioral Health provides hands on training for clinical staff to support the educational goals for the hospital. Implements an effective, ongoing training program to measure, assess and improve the quality of care, treatment and services delivered to all BH patients. The Clinical Educator for BH shall work collaboratively with the Nursing Directors to provide educational services to staff.

Education and Work Experience

1. Must have a current and valid license PA RN License.

2. Current BLS (ARC or AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

3. Minimum of 5 years behavioral health experience in an acute psychiatric setting

4. Minimum of 2 years previous educational experience preferred.

5. BSN preferred

6. ANCC Certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health preferred

7. Ability to travel to additional Prime Healthcare sites as needed