Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a Magnet recognized organization and internationally respected leader in medical education research and patient care, enjoys a reputation for excellence unlike any other healthcare facility.
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, a Magnet recognized organization and internationally respected leader in medical education research and patient care, enjoys a reputation for excellence unlike any other healthcare facility. An important part of that is the high regard we and our patients have for our staff. In fact, we have been named one of the top 100 Best Places to Work in the nation in Fortune magazines annual survey, the first educational institution to ever be named to the list. If you want a career where your knowledge is respected and your voice heard, come to Vanderbilt.We are currently seeking a qualified candidate for the following position: Nurse Educator/Labor & DeliveryThe Nurse Educator serves as a leader in the development, training and monitoring of nursing practice standards. Develops, implements, evaluates and revises programs of orientation, in-service training, workshops and continuing education for a specific Patient Care Center (PCC) and/or service line. Takes a lead role in educational initiatives to ensure quality patient care and customer satisfaction. Acts as a resource and liaison to the VUMC community by serving on hospital-wide committees or task forces. Represents Vanderbilt within the professional community. Performs a range of nursing, clinical, consultative, educational and research activities within established area of clinical expertise. Basic Qualifications: This position requires a Masters degree in Nursing and 24 months of related RN experience. Labor & Delivery and high-risk OB experience is preferred. Current TN Registered Nurse license is required. AWHONN Fetal Monitoring Instructor preferred. This leadership position will participate with a team of Womens Health educators to develop a comprehensive perinatal education strategy for the Womens Patient Care Center and will be responsible for implementing strategic decisions made by the Patient Care Center administrators. Hours of work are generally 8:00am - 4:30pm but flexibility of schedule will be necessary to provide education content to all shifts.Background screens and education must be approved prior to employment. Please be prepared to provide required information. Vanderbilt is a smoke-free workplace in compliance with the Non-Smoker Protection Act, Tennessee Code Annotated 39-17-1801-1810. In accordance with that law and Vanderbilt policy, smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on Vanderbilt property.