Clinical Education Manager

Parkside Hospital; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO and Holidays

401K with company match

Life Insurance & Disability

Job summary

Parkside Psychiatric Hospital & Clinic in Oklahoma seeks a Clinical Education Manager to lead planning, coordination, and evaluation of nursing and clinical staff education. You will ensure competency, regulatory readiness, and professional development aligned with our mission.

You will collaborate with leadership to identify gaps, create targeted training plans, and mentor educators while maintaining readiness for surveys and audits and supporting quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Oklahoma.
• BSN required; MSN/ED or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a behavioral health setting.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Aggression Management and Trauma‑Informed, de‑escalation training.
• Documentation must be cosigned by the appropriate licensed individual.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs to enhance clinical competencies for nursing and clinical staff.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and competency validation for newly hired staff.
• Develop and update annual competency assessments to meet regulatory requirements.
• Integrate evidence‑based practices and regulatory changes into education.
• Mentor preceptors, clinical trainers, and staff educators.
• Maintain readiness for surveys and audits by ensuring staff education meets requirements.
• Document all training activities in compliance with policy and standards.
• Track and report education participation and outcomes.
• Prepare reports for leadership on education program performance.

Skills

Clinical education

Staff development

Training

De-escalation training

Education

RN license in Oklahoma

BSN

MS/Ed or related field preferred

Job description

Parkside provides professional purpose, hope, and healing. As a member of our staff, you will be part of a mission-driven team, dedicated to changing lives and changing communities, one patient at a time.

Parkside Psychiatric Hospital & Clinic is a comprehensive mental healthcare system providing acute in‑patient care, residential treatment, and outpatient therapy. With a focus on society’s most vulnerable population, Parkside provides world‑class mental health services focused on youth, ages 5 to 26. For over 65 years, Parkside’s physicians, therapists, and staff have provided state‑of‑the‑art, patient‑centered care that propel families from hopeful to hope‑filled. As a center of excellence, we cultivate talent and provide professional purpose. Together we facilitate healing, one patient at a time.

The Clinical Education Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs to support the clinical competency, professional development, and regulatory compliance of nursing and clinical staff. This role ensures that all clinical education initiatives align with Parkside’s mission, vision, values, and commitment to delivering high‑quality psychiatric and behavioral health care.

The Clinical Education Manager collaborates closely with hospital leadership, department managers, and frontline staff to assess training needs, develop evidence‑based education, maintain regulatory readiness, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs to enhance clinical competencies for nursing, mental health technicians, and other professional roles.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and competency validation for all newly hired clinical staff.
• Develop and update annual competency assessments to meet The Joint Commission, CMS, DHS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Integrate evidence‑based practices, emerging trends, and regulatory changes into educational programming.
• Serve as a resource and role model for clinical excellence and professional practice.
• Partner with leaders to identify education gaps and create targeted training plans.
• Mentor preceptors, clinical trainers, and staff educators to ensure consistent and effective delivery of education.
• Maintain readiness for surveys and audits by ensuring staff education and competencies meet all regulatory requirements.
• Document all training activities in compliance with hospital policy and accrediting body standards.
• Support quality improvement initiatives by developing education tied to safety events, incident reviews, and performance metrics.
• Provide opportunities for staff growth through workshops, in‑services, and continuing education.
• Monitor clinical trends and recommend educational initiatives to address evolving patient care needs.
• Support certification preparation and career advancement pathways for clinical staff.
• Track and report education participation, competency completion, and training outcomes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational interventions and adjust content or delivery methods accordingly.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership on education program performance.
• Participate in team meetings, contributing to discussions, and sharing insights and suggestions.
• Maintains a positive working relationship within the department and with other departments.
• Maintains fit for duty. Acts in a professional manner and follows all of Parkside policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to be organized and flexible, acts appropriately in stressful/emergency situations. Able to provide therapeutic de‑escalation when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the State of Oklahoma.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Education, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years clinical nursing experience.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical education, staff development, or training.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a behavioral health setting.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Aggression Management and Trauma Informed, de‑escalation training.
• Documentation must be cosigned by the appropriate licensed individual.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401K and match start immediately, and includes a generous match
• Company Paid Life Insurance and Disability and more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer!