Nurse Educator Jobs

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH)

RN Diabetes Educator

DEPARTMENT: 18051 – Diabetes Center LOCATION: 350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102 WORK TYPE: Per Diem WORK SCHEDULE: Variable ABOUT NCH NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan. Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH – for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more. JOB SUMMARY The RN Diabetes Educator provides patient, family and staff education on the management of diabetes and coordinates care for a group of patients (high risk, high cost, complex) and tracks progress toward improved/cost effective care. Serves as a patient advocate. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. · Provides education to patients and families as appropriate on diabetes self-management and survival skills to promote compliance with medical regimen and adaptation to a sudden life changing condition. · Performs patient needs and resource assessment and collaborates with nursing and social services staff to coordinate discharge plans that ensure services and resources are received. · Maintains flexible work patterns to meet needs of staff/patients. · Communicates with health team members, department staff and other ancillary departments to assist in determining best practice and ensure efficient and accurate communication. · Develops and provides diabetes education programs and equipment training/testing to nursing and support staffs. Acts as a resource for diabetes management/care to nursing and support staff. · Uses age appropriate learning methods, appropriate behavioral/motivational strategies and reinforcement techniques. · Creates an educational setting conducive to learning with adequate resources to facilitate the learning process. · Demonstrates understanding of the stages of behavior change and ability to counsel individuals on these stages through development of behavior change goals. · Assesses patient readiness to learn and patient perceived needs. · Facilitates educational/behavioral experiences that assist the patient in achieving identified goals. · Participates in focused studies to resolve patterns in aggregate variances. Participates in development and updating of protocols to enhance outcomes. · Promotes NCHHCS by providing/supporting diabetes education/awareness programs in the community. · Assumes responsibility for professional development and continuing education to acquire current knowledge and skills. · Understanding of and shares responsibility for the fiscal efficiency of the diabetes education and nutrition programs. · Accepts responsibility for self-assessment of performance and peer review to assure the delivery of high-quality diabetes education. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS · Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Florida and a minimum of one year of experience in the care of people with diabetes. · Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. · Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) preferred, or actively pursuing. · Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. · Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
Children's Nebraska

Clinical Education Resource CST - OR - Part Time

Job Description Variable Work hours including evenings, nights and weekends At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. A Brief Overview The Clinical Educator coordinates the unit's clinical and operational education needs. Essential Functions Assumes responsibility for the orientation of new employees to the unit. Creates an orientation program for each role in the unit. Develops, implements, and evaluates , sterile processing unit specific skills classes for new employees. Collaborates with unit manager to counsel/coach new employees during orientation to assist the orientee’s progress towards gaining competency in unit standards/skills. Supports the preceptor role by: Collaborating with CN, department leaders and preceptor to select appropriate assignments and learning experiences for new staff. Fostering the use of adult learning strategies and critical thinking with preceptors by providing ideas, skill stations, different teaching styles, and related activities to help the preceptor be a more effective teacher. Participating in the development, presentation, and evaluation of the preceptor program, in collaboration with other area educators and CNS’s. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of staff education processes through the development, implementation, and evaluation of education materials/systems. Collaborates with appropriate resources (i.e. leadership team, CNSs, other educators, content experts, organization development) to analyze needs and develop, implement, evaluate and maintain education programs (i.e. orientation skills checklists, self-studies, education videos, education supplies, and orientation manual) based on annual needs assessment, staff request, unit direction, new equipment/care practices, variance trends, and patient/parent and other customers’ satisfaction. Educational activities reflect identified needs of the target audience and/or organizational priorities related to clinical practice. Designs each educational activity to include documentation of a needs assessment, description of target audience, educational objectives, content outline, teaching methods (Cornerstone, self-study, presentation, real-time, simulation), evaluation strategies, and designation of appropriate resources (i.e. room arrangements, AV equipment, handouts, other teaching aids). Creates programs that incorporate adult learning strategies, ethical principles, critical thinking skills, professional growth, open communication, and collaborative relationships. Quality of information developed is professional with regards to organization of information, clarity of instructions, attention to details, and presentation style. Identifies staff’s individual talent in order to assist in their personal and professional development by: Sharing ideas, experiences, and successful behavior patterns. Establishing a relationship with the staff as a resource. Providing a supportive framework to guide career development. Role models and promotes high quality professional patient care through the use of clinical educational knowledge as seen in: Assisting staff with direct patient care Reviews case cart and preference card before each case. Prepares the operating room by supplying it with supplies and instruments to provide appropriate patient care oSets up and maintains the sterile field during the procedure using strict aseptic technique oPrepares and labels fluids and medications on sterile field oPerforms appropriate counts prior to the operation and before incision is closed. oParticipates in time out/sign out process Scrubs to assist the surgeon in the completion of surgical procedures by demonstrating a working knowledge of surgical instrumentation and equipment needed for a variety of procedures. o Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and providing sterile items in an efficient manner, as directed by the surgeon/proceduralist. Implements sharps safety practices including use of a safety zone. Prepares specimens for pathologic analysis Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization Assists operating room team with environmental cleaning and case turnovers. Stores and stocks supplies as needed Participates in assigned on call activities. Utilizes unit daily/weekly rounding as a tool in identifying educational clinical needs of staff/unit and teaches bedside staff to promote consistent delivery of patient care standards. Accepts assignment to be assigned to the unit for shift for direct patient care. Professionally supports the assigned unit as seen through interactions with patients, families, staff, colleagues, others. Professionally seeks opportunities to help teammates during shift as needed. Serves as preceptor for new staff within OR/SPD and other education staff as necessary. Demonstrates ability to prioritize workload and follows through with work in a timely manner. Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section Education Qualifications Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technologist Required or Applicable surgical technologist course of study Required Experience Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience working as a Surgical Technologist and/or competency in scrubbing in 2 or more surgical specialties as a Surgical Technologist Required Skills And Abilities Knowledge and proficiency in applying the nursing process, nursing skills, and nursing research into patient care, teaching, and systems. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to include use of computer technology in program presentations and/or data analysis. Able to be self-directed, with minimum supervision, and detail oriented. Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature, without loss of efficiency or composure, and be able to perform under stressful conditions when confronted with multiple requests, demonstrating prioritization skills. Licenses and Certifications BCLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Required and CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Required Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!
Carle Health

RN - Diabetic Educator

$30.39 - $52.27 / hour
Overview The Diabetes Nurse Educator utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the practice of nursing. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing. Qualifications Certifications: Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) within 3 years (1) - Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE); Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Bachelor's Degree: Nursing, Work Experience: Responsibilities Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice. Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate. Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups. Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students. Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes. Completes all documentation required for the ADA Recognized program Assists with communicaty and organziation projects Completes clinical and educational assessment on all patients. Develops individualized teaching plans for self-management (Diet, Medication, Self-care) Implements evidence based clinical practice guidelines to provide diabetes education Provides education to all patients utilizing an insulin pump. Collaborates will all providers and members of the health care team About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation And Benefits The compensation range for this position is $30.39per hour - $52.27per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Freeman Health System

Registered Nurse - Clinical Educator - Cath Lab

Our Mission To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions. About Us - Cardiac Cath The Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL) is designated by the state of Missouri as a level I STEMI center. The CCL provides specialized diagnostic and interventional services for both inpatient and outpatient adults. The CCL is committed to staying at the cutting edge of heart disease diagnosis and treatment by utilizing state-of-the-art technologies and equipment in our lab. Procedures that are included but not limited to: cardiac and peripheral diagnostics and revascularizations, electrophysiology studies, structural heart procedures, and vascular embolization. The normal hours of operation for the CCL are Monday through Friday 6:30am to 7:00pm with extended hours until 9:00pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. On call critical care/emergency services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call is a requirement for this department with a required 20-minute staff response time. The call-team members consist of a Cardiologist, RN circulators, cath lab technologists, or Special Procedure Technologists. Schedule: Part Time (20hrs/week) What You’ll Do Utilizing knowledge, education, experience, and competence, the RN-Clinical Educator will function in an expanded clinical role within cardiac cath services and in collaboration with leadership to enhance the overall education experience for staff, new hires, apprentices, and outside entities that use FHS services for a clinical rotation site. In addition, will assist department leaders in assessing the ongoing educational needs of the department. Will assist in improving and maintaining a quality preceptorship and mentoring program. Will promote overall coordination, cohesiveness, and quality of cardiac cath education. Requirements Bachelors of Science in Nursing. Current Missouri Registered Nurse license or current Registered Nurse license from a compact state. If a compact license is held, it must be in the nurse’s state of residence. Minimum 3 years' experience in clinical nursing. Freeman Perks and Programs • For eligible full-time and part-time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one! • Health, vision, dental insurance • Retirement with employer match • Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation • Milestone payments with longevity of employment • Paid time off (PTO) • Extended Sick pay • Disability pay • Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members • Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.
Atlantic Health System

Registered Nurse/Educator - Full-time Nights 7p - 7a, L&D, Morristown Medical Center

$40 - $70.40 / hour
Job Description Responsible for ensuring successful academic and personal development of licensed practical nursing students through clinical instruction. Principal Accountabilities Provides clinical instruction at long-term care, sub-acute, and acute clinical sites. Creates a clinical environment which fosters students' academic growth and guides professional development. Prepares student progress reports and grade reports. Maintains accurate and timely attendance records, and evaluates student competence based on program philosophy and objectives. Implements evaluation devices of student learning and clinical experience to measure progress and competency. Maintains professional qualifications through participation in continuing education programs, in-service training and academic courses. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field. BSN, BLS, & ACLS required. Preferred Master's degree in Nursing or related field. 2-3 years of labor & delivery experience About Us At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ Atlantic Medical Group Atlantic Visiting Nurse Atlantic Mobile Health Atlantic Rehabilitation We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. We Have Received Awards And Recognition For The Services We Have Provided To Our Patients, Team Members And Communities. Below Are Just a Few Of Our Accolades Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For." Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Named by Newsweek as two of the “World’s Best Hospitals” in 2026. Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings. Atlantic Health scored four “A” grades by The Leapfrog Group in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and injections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook are New Jersey's only hospitals to be named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026. Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare – 2026. Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton and Atlantic Health Newton all Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026. Named by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025. Atlantic Health rated LEVEL 9 - 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired. Morristown Medical Center is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology. We are the only hospital in New Jersey named one of America's '50 Best Hospitals' for six consecutive years by Healthgrades and one of the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek. We were included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America". In addition, Leapfrog recognized us with an "A" hospital safety grade - its highest - twelve consecutive times, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services awarded us again with its highest five-start rating in 2020. Morristown Medical Center is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service, the highest level of recognition achievable from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for facilities that provide acute care services. Our nonprofit hospital was also designated a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II by the State of NJ. Team Member Benefits Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution PTO & Paid Sick Leave Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave Backup and On-Site Childcare Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance ____________________________________________ Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer. EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
Tanner Health System

Registered Nurse (RN) Educator - Emergency Department (Evenings)

The ED Nurse Educator is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and professional development initiatives for nursing staff across the health system's emergency departments. This role ensures clinical competency, fosters evidence-based practice, and supports onboarding, continuing education, and quality improvement efforts in alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. Required Knowledge & Skills Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: Three years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures. Licenses and Certifications GEORGIA REGISTERED NURSE LICENSE OR MULTISTATE NURSING LICENSE ACLS INSTRUCTOR PEDIATRICS ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR Qualifications Minimum 3--5 years of clinical experience in emergency nursing. Prior experience in education, training, or clinical leadership strongly preferred. Knowledge of adult and child learning principles, curriculum development, and simulation-based training. BLS, ACLS, PALS required. TNCC preferred. Instructor status for BLS, ACLS, PALS will be required
Community Medical Centers

RN Educator, Perioperative Services

Overview * All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA * Opportunities for you! Comprehensive relocation package and concierge service Progressive sign-on incentive paid over time for eligible candidates Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek Time and a half after 8 hrs + weekend and night differential (call pay for procedural areas) RN Advancement Pathway for growth, built for nurses, by nurses Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions Great food options with on-demand ordering Free parking and electric charging Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page. Responsibilities The Surgical and Procedural Services Nurse Educator will play a critical role in facilitating the professional development of Community Health System's (CHS) surgical and/or perioperative nursing staff and ancillary staff, ensuring the highest level of patient care and safety within our surgical services department. This position involves planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs, as well as providing mentorship to nurses. Additionally, the Nurse Educator will actively engage in patient care to maintain clinical competence. Qualifications Education• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) OR other healthcare-related Bachelor’s Degree required Experience• 5 years of experience in surgical and/or perioperative nursing, with demonstrated competence in various surgical specialties required• Experience in patient and staff education development and implementation, quality improvement, program development and professional development required Licenses and Certifications• RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required• Additional unit specific requirements required Disclaimers • Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.
Appalachian Regional Healthcare

Clinical Nurse Educator

Overview Under the guidance of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice and System Chief Nursing Officer, the Clinical Nurse Educator functions in the roles of Educator, Facilitator, Consultant, Change Agent, and Leader. The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) participates in the development of standardized educational initiatives across the Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) organization and plays a vital role in leading change in pursuit of improved nursing practice and professional development. The Clinical Nurse Educator promotes a positive image and maintains positive relationships with internal and external customers. The Clinical Nurse Educator may be required to travel to other ARH facilities to provide education, under the direction of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Responsibilities Conducts educational needs assessments using a variety of methods/tools. Incorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, creating a climate with supports learning across the organization. Coordinates and facilitates nursing orientation and competency evaluation of new staff to the organization, and well as training/education for new equipment and new/revised clinical care policies and protocols. Develops and delivers evidence-based educational programs and offerings. Utilizes best practices in educational content delivery. Collaborates with Community Chief Nursing officer, local nursing leadership and other disciplines to create a robust educational environment while fostering teambuilding and leadership development. Provides point of care assistance and support to assist nursing staff with clinical skills development and critical thinking. Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs utilizing best practices. Utilizes a variety of evidence-based instructional techniques. Adjusts educational content and teaching strategies based on appropriate learner needs, utilizing various media and formats. Collaborates with and supports all ARH facilities in developing and delivering educational programs as determined by the AVP Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Assumes ownership and responsibility in attaining, developing, and maintaining educational and instructional expertise. Facilitates centralized nursing orientation. Oversees the onboarding of student nurses and clinical faculty to assure adherence to ARH and regulatory guidelines. Oversees, in collaboration with Nursing Leadership, Human Resources, and applicable Schools of Nursing, compliance with the Nurse Extern Program. Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support these changes. Ensures that educational programs are congruent with organizational missions, values, and goals. Maintains flexibility when managing multiple roles/responsibilities. Interprets and communicates across multiple disciplines. Promotes a safe and healthy work environment. Serves as a role mode to promote education, professionalism, excellence, and safety. Role models and promotes the concept of life-long learning. Leads committees, work groups, and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing BSN Required or have plan to obtain within 2 years Master’s Degree Preferred Work Experience: Three (3) years clinical nursing experience required *Five (5) years or more preferred Minimum of 1 year nursing education experience required *Three (3) or more preferred Licenses and Certifications: Current license to practice nursing in the states of KY or WV depending on state of residency. Professional Certification Required or plan to obtain within 2 years of employment. BLS required upon hire. ACLS required within 6 months of employment. PALS required within 6 months of employment. TNCC required within 1 year. De-escalation training (ARH adopted) required within 6 months. Designated Instructor Certification Requirements BLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. ACLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. PALS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. De-Escalation Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. TNCC Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. Other Instructor designations as needed with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. *To facilitate the professional competence and confidence of the Clinical Nurse Educator, the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice may assign mandatory professional development activities, workshops and educational offerings."
Appalachian Regional Healthcare

Clinical Nurse Educator

Overview Under the guidance of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice and System Chief Nursing Officer, the Clinical Nurse Educator functions in the roles of Educator, Facilitator, Consultant, Change Agent, and Leader. The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) participates in the development of standardized educational initiatives across the Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) organization and plays a vital role in leading change in pursuit of improved nursing practice and professional development. The Clinical Nurse Educator promotes a positive image and maintains positive relationships with internal and external customers. The Clinical Nurse Educator may be required to travel to other ARH facilities to provide education, under the direction of the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Responsibilities Conducts educational needs assessments using a variety of methods/tools. Incorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs, creating a climate with supports learning across the organization. Coordinates and facilitates nursing orientation and competency evaluation of new staff to the organization, and well as training/education for new equipment and new/revised clinical care policies and protocols. Develops and delivers evidence-based educational programs and offerings. Utilizes best practices in educational content delivery. Collaborates with Community Chief Nursing officer, local nursing leadership and other disciplines to create a robust educational environment while fostering teambuilding and leadership development. Provides point of care assistance and support to assist nursing staff with clinical skills development and critical thinking. Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs utilizing best practices. Utilizes a variety of evidence-based instructional techniques. Adjusts educational content and teaching strategies based on appropriate learner needs, utilizing various media and formats. Collaborates with and supports all ARH facilities in developing and delivering educational programs as determined by the AVP Nursing Education and Professional Practice. Assumes ownership and responsibility in attaining, developing, and maintaining educational and instructional expertise. Facilitates centralized nursing orientation. Oversees the onboarding of student nurses and clinical faculty to assure adherence to ARH and regulatory guidelines. Oversees, in collaboration with Nursing Leadership, Human Resources, and applicable Schools of Nursing, compliance with the Nurse Extern Program. Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support these changes. Ensures that educational programs are congruent with organizational missions, values, and goals. Maintains flexibility when managing multiple roles/responsibilities. Interprets and communicates across multiple disciplines. Promotes a safe and healthy work environment. Serves as a role mode to promote education, professionalism, excellence, and safety. Role models and promotes the concept of life-long learning. Leads committees, work groups, and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing BSN Required or have plan to obtain within 2 years Master’s Degree Preferred Work Experience: Three (3) years clinical nursing experience required *Five (5) years or more preferred Minimum of 1 year nursing education experience required *Three (3) or more preferred Licenses and Certifications: Current license to practice nursing in the states of KY or WV depending on state of residency. Professional Certification Required or plan to obtain within 2 years of employment. BLS required upon hire. ACLS required within 6 months of employment. PALS required within 6 months of employment. TNCC required within 1 year. De-escalation training (ARH adopted) required within 6 months. Designated Instructor Certification Requirements BLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. ACLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. PALS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. De-Escalation Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. TNCC Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. Other Instructor designations as needed with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually. *To facilitate the professional competence and confidence of the Clinical Nurse Educator, the AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice may assign mandatory professional development activities, workshops and educational offerings."