Clinical Education Specialist

HealthTrust Performance Group; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan (401k)

Job summary

HealthTrust Performance Group is seeking a Clinical Education Specialist to lead the design and implementation of educational initiatives aimed at improving patient care. You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, align programs with Clinical Education standards, and drive strategic growth in services and technologies.

You will stay current on healthcare trends and regulatory changes, measure outcomes, and optimize resources to enhance nursing practice and workforce development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or education; if the graduate degree is not in nursing, the undergraduate degree must be in nursing.
• Current RN licensure in the state(s) where practicing.
• 3+ years of experience in an acute care facility.
• 2+ years of experience in education, organizational development or HR in a hospital setting.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement clinical education programs in collaboration with the Clinical Education team.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage stakeholders to align programs with Clinical Education standards.
• Monitor healthcare industry trends and regulatory changes to inform education strategies.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and optimize resource use.
• Support nursing practice and workforce development through education coordination and competency management.
• Promote lifelong learning and apply evidence-based evaluation frameworks.

Skills

Clinical Education

Nursing education

Program development

Stakeholder engagement

Education coordination

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or Education

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Clinical Education Specialist leads the coordination and implementation of educational initiatives that enhance professional practice and support the delivery of high-quality patient care. This role collaborates across multidisciplinary teams and engages key stakeholders to ensure educational programs, resources, and materials are developed, standardized, and implemented in alignment with HCA's Clinical Education standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategic planning and business development initiatives within assigned areas to support new service offerings, emerging technologies, and growth opportunities through the design and implementation of clinical education programs.
• Serve as a positive ambassador for the organization by participating in company-sponsored events, educational programs, and professional development activities.
• Stay current on healthcare industry trends, including regulatory and legislative changes, emerging technologies, and evolving care delivery models, and incorporate relevant insights into educational strategies.
• Maintain awareness of the competitive healthcare landscape and support the organization's ability to adapt to changing market conditions through innovative clinical education solutions.
• Partner with the Clinical Education team to evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs, measure achievement of desired outcomes, and optimize resource utilization.
• Collaborate with Division Vice Presidents and Clinical Education leaders to enhance nursing practice and clinical excellence through education coordination, competency management, and workforce development initiatives.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of clinical education programs and processes.
• Independently analyze challenges, develop solutions, and engage appropriate stakeholders to drive successful outcomes.
• Champion a culture of lifelong learning by staying informed on nursing professional development best practices, educational methodologies, and changes in clinical practice.
• Apply evidence-based evaluation frameworks, such as the Kirkpatrick Model, to assess educational program effectiveness and support continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Master's degree In Nursing or Education; if the graduate degree is not in nursing, the undergraduate degree must be in nursing.
• Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state(s) in which he or she practices, in accordance with law and regulation.
• 3+ years of experience in an acute care facility
• 2+ years of experience in education, organizational development or human resources in a hospital setting
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Benefits

HCA Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

In today's challenging business environment of cost pressures, supply disruptions, and workforce shortages, it is crucial for providers to efficiently manage expenses and enhance performance. HealthTrust, in collaboration with 1,800 hospitals and health systems, offers a specialized group purchasing organization (GPO) membership model designed to deliver immediate and sustainable cost savings. Their team of experts provides tailored value acceleration engagements to address specific needs, delivering unparalleled benefits. With nationwide purchasing power and a focus on overall spending management, HealthTrust offers unmatched pricing advantages on supplies, along with industry-leading benchmarks and best practices. The dedicated team is committed to guiding and implementing performance enhancements in cost, quality, and outcomes.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years. HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.