First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Educator for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Educator
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Details
- Job Title: Clinical Nurse Educator - Maternal Child Health (MCH)
- Term: 13-Week Long Term Assignment (LTA)
- Shift: 07:00 – 15:30 (Day Shift)
- On-Call Requirement: No
- Holiday/Weekend Requirement: Support as required by unit leadership during high-census periods
Role & Clinical Overview:
The Clinical Educator for Maternal Child Health is a dual leadership and clinical support role. This position is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the clinical orientation process for all new MCH employees, as well as directing ongoing continuing education for established staff.
Note: This position assumes active registry nurse responsibilities on the MCH floor and is expected to provide direct patient care during periods of high unit census or inadequate staffing as directed by department leadership.
Key Responsibilities & Educator Scope
- Orientation Oversight: Coordinate and manage the onboarding process for all new MCH personnel. Provide structured written progress updates at 30-day and 60-day intervals in preparation for the formal 90-day introductory evaluation.
- Audit & Survey Readiness: Maintain comprehensive, highly organized educational checklists and competency documentation for all MCH staff in preparation for Joint Commission and Department of Health (DOH) surveys.
- Continuous Staff Training: Educate and update clinical staff on protocol updates, new equipment, and procedural changes through the development of tailored educational materials and references.
- Life Support Instruction: Provide NRP training and coordinate annual CPR/ACLS competency programs for the MCH team.
- Skills Days & Mock Drills: Coordinate the annual unit skills day and manage staff attendance records. Design and execute clinical drills targeting high-risk procedures, scheduling them across various shifts to reach the majority of the staff.
- Equipment & Tech Integration: Act as the department point person for new product evaluations, equipment recalls, troubleshooting, and trials. Collaborate closely with Bioengineering and Information Services (IS) for system or IT implementations.
- Clinical Floor Support: Step in to assist with direct floor nursing and patient care during peak census or staffing shortages.
Unit Description & Specifications
The specialized maternal-child health wing features a state-of-the-art layout designed for family-centered care:
- Layout: 6 Labor and Delivery (L&D) Rooms, 2 Labor Triage Rooms, 11 Postpartum Rooms.
- Neonatal Care: A Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) featuring 4 single-family NICU rooms for individualized infant care.
- Surgical Suites: A dedicated Cesarean Section Surgical Operating Room and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) located directly within the L&D suite.
- Cross-Training: Unit staff are postpartum trained and cross-trained to L&D, NICU, or both.
Position Requirements
Education & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) is required; a Master’s Degree in Nursing Education (MSN) is highly preferred.
- Clinical Experience: Minimum of 5 years of recent, strong clinical experience in Maternal Child Health nursing.
- Clinical Competence: Must demonstrate Core II competencies in all areas of the MCH department.
- Communication & Admin Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, alongside strong computer proficiency.
Licensure & Certifications
- State Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
- Required Certifications: Active BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, sit, or walk for long periods of time as required for administrative and direct patient care tasks.
- Repetitive use of hands/fingers (computer keyboard entry) and ability to perform light lifting associated with standard patient care.
Clinical Nurse Educator – Maternal Child Health (MCH)
Order ID: CCA-39315 | Location: Ithaca, NY (Region: New York)
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus
