Clinical Educator- Pediatric OR

University Hospitals

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a Clinical Educator in Cleveland, Ohio, to provide clinical education and evaluate staff competencies. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and have over three years of RN experience in the OR. Responsibilities include facilitating staff adherence to accreditation standards and providing patient care as required.

The role demands strong communication and leadership skills alongside a commitment to quality patient care. Additional perks include development opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

3+ years RN experience in OR required.
Experience with education in a clinical setting required.
Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio or Multi-State Compact required.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with unit leadership to ensure staff competency.
Support adherence to accreditation standards and policies.
Develop and implement educational strategies for staff.

Skills

Problem-solving and critical thinking

Effective verbal and written communication

Coaching and developing others

Knowledge of JC/CMS accreditation requirements

Ability to prioritize initiatives

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field (MSN)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Job Definition – Clinical Educator‑Pediatric OR (260005CC)

Hours of Operation: primarily M‑F 5 (8)s or 4(10)s; occasionally working off shift or weekends to meet with staff on those shift. Will work between clinical educator and staffing rooms based upon department need.

A Brief Overview

The clinical educator provides and evaluates clinical education for licensed and unlicensed staff on all shifts and facilitates evidence‑based practice.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with unit leadership to ensure staff competency upon hire and annually.
Support leadership by facilitating staff’s adherence to accreditation standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Exhibit leadership skills and ability to coach and develop staff to maintain and promote quality and affect change.
Work collaboratively with the Department of Nursing Education and Professional Development to identify learning needs, develop and implement educational strategies, and participate in learning effectiveness evaluation.
Adhere to the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice of Professional Nursing and the Code of Ethics and the Standards of Practice in Nursing Professional Development roles established by the Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) to include: Educator, Consultant, Researcher, Facilitator, Change Agent, and Leader.
Provide patient care as required.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation for specific duties and responsibilities.
Abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain PHI for patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) – Required
Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field (MSN) – Preferred

Work Experience

3+ years RN experience in OR (required)
Experience with education, teaching in a clinical setting (required)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to prioritize initiatives (required proficiency)
Problem‑solve and think critically (required proficiency)
Open to new ways of thinking (required proficiency)
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and ability to present effectively to small and large groups (required proficiency)
Able to coach and develop others (required proficiency)
Thorough knowledge and understanding of standards within area of nursing expertise (required proficiency)
Knowledge of JC/CMS accreditation requirements (required proficiency)
Working knowledge of the use of established clinical and preceptorship models in the development of clinical education programs (required proficiency)
Advanced nursing skills and knowledge in area of specialty (required proficiency)
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment (required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi‑State Compact License (required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) (required)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Preferred
Certification in a specialty clinical area or nursing professional development (required within 1 year)

Physical Demands