Clinical Educator II — Nursing Education & Simulation

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Clinical Educator II to lead evidence-based staff development across nursing and clinical teams. You will design and evaluate education programs, support onboarding, and promote simulation and eLearning modalities to boost clinical proficiency.

The role requires a BSN, RN licensure, and 2 years of clinical experience with familiarity in adult learning and instructional design. This position is full-time and on-site in Corpus Christi, TX.

Qualifications

• BSN required; RN licensure in state of employment.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Experience with simulation, LMS and eLearning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Conducts learning needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge, skills, and practice.
• Designs, develops, and leads education programs using contemporary teaching strategies and technologies.
• Facilitates onboarding and orientation for new clinical staff, ensuring smooth integration into practice environments.
• Coordinates and validates clinical competencies for new hires and existing staff, including annual skills assessments and regulatory requirements.
• Integrates simulation-based learning, case-based scenarios, and hands-on training to enhance clinical decision-making.
• Serves as a resource and mentor for preceptors, supporting their development and effectiveness in staff training.
• Promotes evidence-based practice and supports translating research into clinical application.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support interprofessional education and shared learning experiences.
• 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.
• Evaluates program effectiveness and implements improvements.
• Serves as a resource for evidence-based practice and clinical standards.
• Responsible for other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Adult learning

Instructional design

eLearning tools

Education

BSN

Job description

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Clinical Educator II to lead evidence-based staff development across nursing and clinical teams. You will design and evaluate education programs, support onboarding, and promote simulation and eLearning modalities to boost clinical proficiency.

The role requires a BSN, RN licensure, and 2 years of clinical experience with familiarity in adult learning and instructional design. This position is full-time and on-site in Corpus Christi, TX.