Description

Fulltime Position - 40 hours a week

Salary Range - $82,000 - $85,000

ELIGIBLE FOR FULL BENEFITS

For over 40 years, The Cooperative has been at the forefront of developing innovative strategies in maternal and child health care. We work to improve the region’s health by educating communities, advocating for system improvements, and engaging with stakeholders. The Cooperative is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) coalition of healthcare professionals and consumers licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health as the maternal and child health consortium serving the seven counties of South Jersey.

The Cooperative is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment with our agency without regard to abilities, age, race, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio economic status, educational levels, military/veteran status, or any other characteristics.

Disclaimer:

This job description does not encompass all duties and is not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or tasks. However, it provides a general overview of the job expectations.

The Cooperative offers a competitive benefit package:

* Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

* Id Theft & Legal Services

* Pet Insurance

* Critical Illness and Accident Plan

* Free AAA Basic Membership

* Generous Paid Time Off

* 10 Paid Holidays

* Staff Development

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Employee Assistance Program

* Flexible Spending Account

* Dependent Care Account

* 401K – The Cooperative contributes 4% after one year of work anniversary

Our biggest perk “Summer Flex” and Hybrid Work Schedule

The Associate Director of Nurse Education will play a vital role in enhancing maternal and neonatal care in South Jersey through education, training, and quality improvement strategies. This position focuses on developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs aimed at improving perinatal outcomes and ensuring adherence to best practices in quality and safety. Utilizes regional data in determining clinical education programs. Develops collaborative relationships with Maternal & Child Health (MCH) providers, Community Based Organizations (CBOs), and local health departments to assess community educational needs and resources. Coordinates health education training for Cooperative staff.

Essential Functions:

Serves as the NJSNA Primary Nurse Planner; facilitates the Provider Unit responsibilities; manages all relevant documentation for accreditation and renewal. * Participates in and coordinates regional and statewide forums involving clinical providers, assists with agenda and lectures, coordinates projects as appropriate. * Assists in grant writing and program design when appropriate. * Membership and active participation in designated professional associations, legislative committees, and other health care networks. * Represents The Cooperative at meetings and conferences of human service professionals, MCH providers, and community organizations. * Knowledge of cultural diversity and cultural competency issues related to health care and health outcomes education. * Assess education needs related to nurse education and cultural competence and develop education plans with program managers, in areas such as preterm labor, family planning, immunizations, lead poisoning prevention, dental health, and other areas critical to maternal and infant health; plan ongoing training as indicated or needed. * Assists in development and maintenance of accurate evaluation measures for all nursing education efforts. * Assess and maintain updated health education resource information for Cooperative staff and member birth facilities

Requirements

Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey
MSN and nursing education experience preferred
Intermediate Fetal monitoring (IFM) / Obstetric Patient Safety (OPS) instructor status preferred
Minimum of 5-7 years of inpatient obstetrics experience
Knowledge of educational methodologies
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Experience working with vulnerable maternal and child health populations a plus
Ability to develop and implement programs
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to plan strategically and complete tasks on time
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to work with both health care/professionals and the consumer population
Valid driver’s license, car and current insurance policy

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to see to read documents and hear well enough to communicate with others
Must be able to write, type on a computer, and use a telephone
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
Additional requirements to be determined with input from Director and HR

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Travels regularly or as needed to sites where traffic, weather, and other environmental conditions may be encountered; otherwise works in a climate-controlled professional office environment generally free from hazards and other adverse working conditions or works remotely.