Clinical Education Lead — Nursing Excellence

Jobtome; Swan (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health seeks a Clinical Educator II to advance clinical excellence through designing, delivering, and evaluating education and competency development for clinical staff. The role supports onboarding, orientation, and ongoing professional growth across specialties, applying adult learning principles, simulation, eLearning, and microlearning to foster continuous proficiency.

Collaborating with clinical teams, this educator ensures programs meet regulatory standards, promote safe patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• RN licensure in the state of employment or compact license required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• 2 years of clinical experience required.
• ANCC Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC) preferred.
• Current enrollment considered with expected completion within defined timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and leads clinical education programs using contemporary teaching strategies and technologies.
• Facilitates onboarding and orientation for new clinical staff.
• Coordinates and validates clinical competencies for new hires and existing staff, including annual skills assessments and regulatory requirements.
• Utilizes simulation-based learning and case-based scenarios to enhance clinical decision-making.
• Mentors preceptors and staff development across disciplines.
• Supports evidence-based practice and translates research into clinical application.
• Maintains documentation of educational activities, competency validations, and outcomes for compliance and quality improvement.
• Participates in committees and initiatives focused on clinical education, safety, and performance improvement.

Skills

Adult learning principles

eLearning

Simulation-based learning

Mentoring/coaching

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Tools

Learning management systems

Job description

CHRISTUS Health seeks a Clinical Educator II to advance clinical excellence through designing, delivering, and evaluating education and competency development for clinical staff. The role supports onboarding, orientation, and ongoing professional growth across specialties, applying adult learning principles, simulation, eLearning, and microlearning to foster continuous proficiency.

Collaborating with clinical teams, this educator ensures programs meet regulatory standards, promote safe patient