Consumer Education Instructor

Are you interested in working at Magnet-designated UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital? Only 7% of hospitals nationwide have achieved Magnet designation - and we're one of them! For more than a century, UPMC Magee has been caring for women through all stages of their lives, and we are looking for the next talented employee to join our team.

What can you Expect as a Consumer Education Instructor?

The Consumer Education Instructor is responsible for providing instruction to consumers as directed by the consumer education program offered by the Department of Education. As the Consumer Education Instructor, you will arrange to have peer review observation conducted annually and submit peer review forms to Director, Education prior to annual evaluation. You will assume responsibility to teach assigned classes or cover classes if unable to teach scheduled class.

Presenting educational programs using effective teaching strategies and approved Magee standards and curriculum for class content and contributing to the development, evaluation, and revision of class content and educational materials are key responsibilities in this position. You will ensure program equipment and supplies are returned to correct location and will notify the secretary of low supply or missing items. You will also be responsible for following the mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the clinical care of any patient.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job.

How does UPMC Support our Employees?

UPMC is committed to investing in employees -financially, personally, and professionally -starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your career.

Here are a few examples of how we support our nurses

• Up to five and a half weeks of Paid Time Off annually, plus seven paid holidays each year

• Dedicated career ladders, you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no cost RN-BSN/MSN options!)

• Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today

Shifts/Hours: this position will work weeknights and weekends. There is travel required to other neighborhood sites in addition to the Oakland site. Most classes are in person but some are remote.

_*Hours are subject to change based on business needs._

• 2 years teaching experience preferred.

• Willing to obtain Lamaze Certification within first 6 months of hire

• Knowledge of clinical operations acquired through an accredited nursing or allied health program, or knowledge appropriate for course work being presented.

• Dependent upon course being instructed, current license to practice nursing in PA, allied health professional, certification through a national professional organization, a degree related to course content, or specific hospital related work experience may be required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

• Act 34 with renewal

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities