Educator

Company: WMC Health Network
Location: Suffern
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

The Educator is responsible for the professional growth of learners in a variety of clinical settings in acute care facilities. This position supports and encourages lifelong learning and functions in a variety of roles i.e. change agent, mentor, leader, learning facilitator, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for specialty, and partner for practice transitions. In addition, this position is responsible for aspects of American Heart Association classes including AHA BLS, AHA ACLS and AHA PALS. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• -Instruct ACLS/BLS/PALS techniques and protocols to individuals and groups, ensuring adherence to the latest guidelines set by authoritative bodies such as the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrate the proper use of equipment, including automated external defibrillators (AEDs), barrier devices, and other emergency response tools.
• Evaluate performance through practical and written tests to ensure that certification requirements are met.
• Customize training materials and methods according to the specific needs of different audiences, such as healthcare professionals, school staff, or the community.
• Manage class logistics, including scheduling, venue preparation, and ensuring the availability of all necessary training equipment and materials.
• Provide feedback and coaching to students during practical exercises to improve their skills and confidence in emergency situations.
• Coordinate administrative tasks related to the certification process, including issuing certificates to participants who successfully complete the course.
• Advocate for the importance of training in the community by participating in public awareness campaigns and events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications/Requirements: Experience: Current AHA provider status in the discipline for that Instructor Course and be proficient in all the skills of that discipline. Disciplines include AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, AHA PALS and Heart Saver. Previous Instructor experience required. - Education: Associates degree required; Bachelors degree preferred in a health-related field program. Licenses / Certifications: Current Instructor status through American Heart Association. Other: N/A Special Requirements: N/A

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