RN Market Director of Education

Company: Sovah Health - Martinsville
Location: Martinsville
Posted on: June 25, 2025

Job Description:

Description: Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health - Martinsville, is a full service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health & hospice agency, advanced wound healing center, cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical & radiation oncology services. SOVAH Health - Danville is a 250 bed hospital with the region's only designated Chest Pain Center & Certified Advanced Primary Stroke Center. We are an academic teaching site for residents, medical students, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and physician assistants. Where We Are: In Martinsville, explore culture and arts, enjoy kayaking or hiking and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun filled time! From our beautiful rolling countryside to our thriving downtown, Danville offers big city amenities with quaint, small town charm. We are home to a thriving arts and entertainment scene, numerous local restaurants and shops, diverse educational institutions, and vast recreational opportunities. Why Choose Us: • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees • Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants • Professional development, Growth opportunities, and Mentor-based training • And much more€¦ Job Summary Sovah Health is looking for the ideal candidate who will provide leadership for assessment, planning, coordinating, implementation and evaluation of orientation, new graduate residency, in-services and educational training for Sovah Health. Functions in the role of a teacher, facilitator and internal consultant to departments within the organization. Responsible for operations, oversight, and supervision of the simulation laboratory. The Director will plan operations of the simulation laboratory and work collaboratively with the education team and external stakeholders to ensure safe and effective use of the Simulation lab. Other duties include advising students, serving on committees, and participating in education activities. • Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization. • Manages the orientation, training and instruction of new employees and the continued education and training of existing employees and Sovah Health contract staff. • Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives. • Develops, coordinates, conducts and evaluates organization-wide staff development programs, seminars, conferences, etc.; coordinates ACLS, BLS, and PALS classes for staff. • Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. • Coordinates and directs internal/external audits. • Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth. • Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols. • Develops and directs in-services and continuing education for organization personnel; interacts staff, nurse and department managers to determine and to coordinate educational needs and programs. • Work in collaboration with external partners to establish and grow relationships to enhance program. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education Current licensure as Registered Nurse (RN). Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred. Minimum of five years' experience in professional nursing in which leadership ability has been demonstrated; two years of management or leadership experience preferred. Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Accepts responsibility and accountability to operations of the department. Exhibits mastery of verbal and written communication skills and demonstrates the ability to interact effectively with administration, physicians, nursing staff, and all other customers of the hospital maintaining a high standard of professional ethics. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association preferred Minimum Work Experience Experience in development of educational programs and in application of the teaching-learning process in a healthcare education department preferred. EEOC Statement: SOVAH Health - Martinsville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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