Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center Bangor, ME
Department: Nursing and Clinical Education
Position is located: Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
Work Type: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Exempt: No
Sign On Bonus Available
Summary:
The instructor works with the Clinical Professional Development team to implement Workplace Violence Prevention programs. The instructor possesses expertise in one or more areas of responsibility. The instructor will orchestrate programs based on organizational priorities and will work in close collaboration with interdisciplinary colleagues to design and implement programs to support these priorities.
Responsibilities:
Collaborates with Clinical Professional Development, departmental leaders and content experts to identify educational needs for clinical and non-clinical employees for implementation and evaluation of continuing education programs.
Assists in coordinating education times, space, equipment, and personnel.
Coordinates course schedules, curriculum content, and assessment tools with Clinical Professional Development/education department leader.
Assesses student performance via oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate training effectiveness.
Ensures the course content is taught in accordance with the established syllabi. Provides a welcoming, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Maintains and exhibits a current knowledge of the profession and participates in continuing education.
Maintains a safe environment complying with NLH policies and procedures; reports and directly addresses environmental hazards and violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed.
Using approved training programs and techniques, trains staff to recognize, defuse, and manage violent or anxious behavior using verbal de-escalation, empathy, and personal safety techniques.
The instructor teaches, evaluates, and certifies staff within the organization to improve workplace safety and meet regulatory requirements.
Provides specialized training in violence prevention, de-escalation, and defensive tactics to healthcare workforce members.
Teach participants how to defuse crises using psychological, verbal, and nonverbal techniques, prioritizing compassion and injury prevention.
Tailoring training scenarios to meet specific organizational needs (e.g., healthcare, security, etc.).
Facilitate classroom, scenario-based, and hands-on training sessions. Strong facilitation, presentation, and coaching skills.
Must have strong instructional abilities to articulate complex concepts and manage challenging scenarios.
Previous experience in trauma-informed care, law enforcement, security, or crisis intervention is preferred.
Previous instructor experience and experience working in a healthcare environment also a plus.
May perform other duties upon request.
Other Information:
BLS required
Competencies and Skills
Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust: Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan.
Cultivates Respect: Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation.
Fosters Accountability: Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.
Practices Compassion: Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others.
Education
Required Associate's Degree
Working Conditions
Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds.
Work beyond the regularly scheduled hours.
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a 411- bed, regional tertiary care hospital and an American College of Surgeons-verified Level II Trauma Center. Located in Bangor, Maine, it serves as the principal referral center for a patient population of 500,000 residents across the northern two-thirds of the state. The medical center provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including advanced surgical care, neurosciences, cardiovascular medicine, oncology, and critical care.
Eastern Maine Medical Center is the base for LifeFlight of Maine, a critical care air medical transport program that conducts nearly 900 missions annually, ensuring timely access to specialized care for rural and remote communities. As a member of Northern Light Health, the medical center is part of an integrated statewide health system comprising nine hospitals, numerous primary and specialty care practices, long-term care facilities, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport services. This integrated model supports coordinated, patient-centered care across the continuum.
Eastern Maine Medical Center plays a central role in advancing clinical quality, operational efficiency, and health equity throughout the region. It is actively engaged in clinical education and serves as a training site for medical students, residents, and fellows through affiliations with academic and professional institutions.
Bangor, Maine offers a stable and supportive environment for healthcare professionals. The region is home to high-performing public and private schools, including the University of Maine's flagship campus in Orono. Bangor International Airport provides convenient commercial air service with direct and connecting flights to major US hubs. The area also offers access to a wide range of cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities, with outdoor activities available year-round in Maine's forests, lakes, mountains, and coastal regions. Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a strategic hub for clinical excellence, innovation, and community health in northern New England.
Questions? Contact Talent Acquisition: phone: 207-973-7100email: talentacquisition@northernlight.org
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Position Clinical Prof Dev Instructor - Nursing and Clinical EducationLocation US:ME:Bangor | Education | Full TimeReq ID 90352
