Clinical Nurse Educator: Elevate Patient Care

Salinas Valley Health; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health in Salinas, CA seeks a Clinical Nurse Educator to develop competent caregivers and support safe patient care. This role blends educator, consultant and practitioner to guide nursing staff and maintain clinical competence.

Requirements include a BSN (RN license in California), BLS, and two years of RN experience. The position offers a day shift and a hourly pay range of $76.07–$95.08, reflecting market rates for experienced educators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Master’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Current California RN license required.
• BLS/Healthcare Provider certification required.
• ANCC Magnet Certification eligibility required; incumbent has up to one year to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the learning needs of department nursing staff and develops an educational plan to meet these needs.
• Develops, implements and evaluates the orientation program for new personnel in department.
• Develops, implements and evaluates in-services and continuing education programs for department in collaboration with the Education Department.
• Identifies learning needs of the patient population and develops educational materials in collaboration with the Patient Education Committee.
• Based on department Quality Improvement results, develops and provides educational offerings as appropriate.

Skills

RN license California

BLS Certification

ANCC Magnet Certification eligibility

Two years RN experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

Salinas Valley Health in Salinas, CA seeks a Clinical Nurse Educator to develop competent caregivers and support safe patient care. This role blends educator, consultant and practitioner to guide nursing staff and maintain clinical competence.

Requirements include a BSN (RN license in California), BLS, and two years of RN experience. The position offers a day shift and a hourly pay range of $76.07–$95.08, reflecting market rates for experienced educators.