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Closing Date: 07/18/2024 Type of Position: Instructional Development Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. Department: ICE | NRSL Clinical Education IP NC Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The Curriculum Development Specialist is a specially trained highly skilled professional providing clinical leadership with proficient knowledge and skills in assessment of educational needs and/or delivery of education for health care professionals. The Curriculum Development Specialist is also responsible for the assessment, development and evaluation of clinical training programs including the integration of theory and research into clinical practice. The Curriculum Development Specialist will also review and assess staff/student skills and design and develop educational programs to address deficiencies. This position will also function as a liaison with other departments/clinics/unit leadership to provide evidence based practices that yield patient safety, high quality care for patients and families while assessing and determining training needs as well as implement and evaluate educational programs. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications (Essential for the job – the applicant must possess at the time of hire) Education, general: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Experience, length in years and kind: 4 years of nursing specialty experience, including 2 years in nursing education or program assessment/development required. Licenses, certificates, or registration Registered Nurse in the State of Arkansas Certification in area of specialty in which position resides or obtainable within two years of hire. Special knowledge, abilities and skills: Able to follow oral and written instructions and communicate with others effectively. Ability to document services provided Understanding of regulatory and compliance organizations/agencies Knowledgeable in medical terminology Excellent customer relations skills Understands and abides by confidentiality policies Physical Requirements: Position requires the ability to walk across campus, carry up to 10 lbs, speak, see, hear and sit at a desk for long periods. Preferred Qualifications (Non-essential for the job –the applicant may possess at the time of hire) Education, general: Master’s Degree in Nursing KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provides clinical leadership while meeting the educational and informational needs of new employees, experienced staff, and students. Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates both formal and informal educational and professional development activities based on the educational needs of staff; included orientation, staff updates, ongoing continuing education, and competencies. The Curriculum Development Specialist is a teacher, educational leader, innovator, and someone who supports nursing skills and the highest possible standards of care. Applies EBP to orientation and ongoing education, utilizing educational principles which have demonstrated effectiveness. Conducts and reviews annual educational needs assessments to develop new curricula or revise existing curricula to meet the needs of unit leadership and staff members. Uses adult learning principles, communication skills, and teaching methods. Works collaboratively with unit leadership to promote the growth and development of clinical staff using best practice. Serves as a role model and clinical practice resource for members of the inter-professional patient care team. Promotes accountability and patient safety through curriculum developed. Seeks feedback from students and new hires to promote continuous quality improvement. Provides learning opportunities to assist personnel in gaining knowledge, skills and appropriate behaviors necessary to perform assigned duties competently. Assists in educational tasks, including the system based onboarding including, but not limited to: licensed health care members, nursing, and unlicensed assistive personnel. Assists with educational needs identified by resource nurses, quality improvement, regulatory agencies, the journey towards Magnet, and other stakeholders. Collaborates with unit/area leadership to identify unit-specific clinical and behavioral competencies. Assesses and designs training and/or educational programs to address identified deficiencies/learning needs. Assures the use of adult learning principles and culturally appropriate initiatives and imparts this knowledge to faculty/staff as appropriate. Identifies barriers or concerns which interfere with the learning process and suggests alternatives for resolution; consults with departments, staff, and managers to determine goals. Supports process improvement initiatives as evidenced by lifelong learning and discovery opportunities. Professional Growth & Development Provide feedback support to Licensed and Unlicensed preceptors. Collaborates with Transition to Practice Lead to teach, review, and revise preceptor program. Serves as an educational liaison on nursing councils and other committees. Collaborates with unit/area leadership to develop educational plans for staff. Accurately records new employees’ attendance of clinical orientation. Collaborates with unit/area leadership to solve problems and assist when educational deficit is identified for individuals or unit/area staff. Always respectful of others. Always uses appropriate communication, both verbal and written. Maintains privacy/confidentiality. Available and responsive to customers. Participates in continuing education by completing the required development hours annually. Develops initial and ongoing Charge Nurse/Team Lead classes in collaboration with current Charge Nurses and Team Leads’ and leadership feedback. Coordinates onboarding skills/competency and evaluates methodology. Collaborates with the Online Learning Support Specialist to ensure scheduling for training events occurs, materials are prepared, and communication r/t the event. Safety, EBP, and Change Management Creates a safe and effective learning environment. Observes for safe work practices and provides input on safety issues. Serves as an educational liaison to improve patient safety. Collaborates with leadership to provide up to date training to new employees addressing practice, regulatory, safety and or quality initiatives during clinical orientation. Understands and communicates performance improvement initiatives to new hires during orientation. Identifies safety concerns and communicates appropriately. Collaborates with leadership to provide educational expertise for change processes and assists others through change transition. Adopts practices to improve work process, enhance guest satisfaction and reduce waste. Works effectively with team/work groups to fulfill UAMS mission and Department goals. Institutional/Professional Standards Builds trust with unit/area leadership and new and existing staff. Serves as a role model for professional behavior while mentoring others in succession planning. Makes effective decisions to develop solutions and acts consistently with in the organizational and department strategic goals. Plans and organizes event in an efficiently and prioritizing responsibilities. Adheres to UAMS Code of Conduct and Department policies. Customer Service Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments Follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines. Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service. Other duties as assigned. Additional Information: Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. Constant Physical Activity: N/A Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Stooping Benefits Eligible: Yes At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care. We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you. UAMS is Arkansas’ only comprehensive academic health sciences center. We educate and train the vast majority of the state’s physicians and prepare doctors, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and health professionals through innovation, compassion, teamwork and patient- and family-centered care so they can impact the world. UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings. We offer Bonus Programs, Hotel Lodging, New Graduate RN Residency and support for Clinical Ladder, National Certification, Shared Governance, and Recognition Programs to name a few. Go to nurses.uams.edu for more details. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and prospective employees. The below report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). The report will provide you with information on campus safety and security including information on various policies and procedures for reporting crime, safety and security prevention and protection programs, victim assistance services, fire safety, and other materials to assist you in maintaining your safety and security. www.uams.edu/police.