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Posted:
February 5, 2021
Location:
Seattle, Washington
Salary:
Open
Type:
Full Time

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for six consecutive years. 

The School of Nursing has an outstanding opportunity for a Program Specialist.  This position will provide support for the Dementia Palliative Education Network (DPEN) project focused on developing a specialized dementia education and training curriculum (didactic/clinical) for UW Registered Nursing students. In addition to training nurses, the goal of DPEN is to create a national hub for dementia training and expertise  that will support development of the future interprofessional healthcare workforce. Core responsibilities of the position include: project management and assistance with: evaluating existing dementia trainings, developing training content, identifying and engaging clinical community partners and faculty, program implementation & evaluation.

The position requires someone who is responsive to changing needs/demands and can effectively work with multiple stakeholders from academic leaders, clinical teams, and health science students. Previous experience with curriculum development, understanding of the roles of nurses, and academic healthcare experience is desirable.


This position will contribute to the DPEN team's mission of creating a foundational framework for preparing a cadre of registered nurses who will take on leadership roles in dementia care across different settings and will help advance the field of specialized interprofessional dementia education, practice and research.  The UW is a leader in this area and the work we do will influence others in the health professions.

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

  • Investigate and assess existing registered nurse (RN) dementia education using established evaluation principles. Consider options, rubrics, competencies, resources and work with PI to determine the competencies and project plans.
  • Draft competency mapping, didactic and clinical training, preceptor training, and interprofessional education components, and work with the PI to develop finalized curriculum.
  • Develop milestones, and an assessment and evaluation tool.
  • Create a communications plan to introduce training to leaders of RN undergraduate training and other stakeholders. 

    PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION

  • Establish timelines, responsibilities, procedures, resources needed and partners. 
  • Budget and procure resources, establish subcontracts as needed.  Establish records management and reporting.   Implement data collection procedures.  Work out technology needs and support.
  • Facilitate communication and action items among program teams, external partner sites, advisory board, granting agency, and others.
  • Liaison with Strategic Initiatives coordinator and assist with Advisory Board, Marketing, and Advancement activities.
  • Prepare and conduct presentations, training events, workshops, including logistics, coordination, materials, marketing.
  • Prepare reports, articles, publications and participate in identifying additional opportunities.  
  • May lead hourly staff, students and site personnel in carrying out program activities.
  • May share supervision of 1 hourly staff or student helper.

    As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.  For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelors degree in education, nursing, health sciences, public health, health admin or related field AND 2-3 years work experience:

  • Experience creating or refining training curriculum, and conducting training for an educational institution or healthcare business.
  • Experience creating databases, graphics, spreadsheets and reports.
  • Experience with online educational or administrative platforms (eg Catayst, Canvas)
  • Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills and experience promoting programs using online tools.
  • Demonstrated experience working on a team or in process improvement activities.

    Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration.

    DESIRED

    Master's Degree in education, nursing, health sciences, public health, health administration or related field.
  • Experience with e-learning software (eg Articulate/Storyline 360)
  • Expertise in Adult Learning Theory, Liberating Structures or other team training resources.
  • Experience in working with and providing clinical care to people living with dementia and their care partners
  • Experience conducting program evaluations.

    Application Process:
    The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These assessments may include Workforce Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
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    About University of Washington
    Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.
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