Clinical Nurse Educator (RN) Medical, Surgical and Telemetry Units - RelocationOffered!

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance

5-time Magnet hospital

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Clinical Nurse Educator to shape nursing practice through evidence-based education and professional development.

The role leads educational programs, supports certification, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to elevate patient care, aligning with Magnet standards. Monday–Friday days schedule with generous benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree in Nursing Education or related field preferred.
• Active DC RN License and BLS required (AHA or ARC).
• 5–7 years pre/postoperative clinical experience preferred.
• CNE certification in Nursing Education within 1 year required.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, coach, and role model for experienced and new-to-practice nursing staff.
• Assess learning needs and design, implement, and evaluate education programs and unit-based orientation.
• Support certification and professional development, including specialty fellowship programs.
• Lead and participate in performance improvement, quality initiatives, and nursing research.
• Collaborate across interdisciplinary and academic partners to support clinical and educational objectives.
• Promote shared governance through active participation in nursing councils, committees, task forces, and system initiatives.

Skills

Mentor

Coaching

Education program design

Certification support

Quality improvement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

NLN accredited School of Nursing

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Nursing Education or related field

Job description

About this Job

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital — a proud Magnet® designated academic medical center — is seeking an experienced and passionate Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Clinical Nurse Educator to join our Division of Nursing. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of nursing practice, support clinical excellence, and elevate patient care through evidence-based education and professional development.

About the Role

The Clinical Nurse Educator provides educational leadership that supports excellence in nursing practice and aligns with MedStar Georgetown’s mission, vision, values, and Magnet standards. This role is essential in advancing clinical competency, supporting certification, and integrating evidence-based practice throughout nursing teams.

Schedule

Monday - Friday Days

Key responsibilities include

• Serving as a mentor, coach, and role model for experienced and new to practice nursing staff.
• Assessing staff learning needs and designing, implementing, and evaluating education programs and unit-based orientation.
• Supporting certification and professional development, including specialty fellowship programs.
• Leading and participating in performance improvement, quality initiatives, and nursing research.
• Collaborating across interdisciplinary and academic partners to support clinical and educational objectives and enhance practice environments.
• Promoting shared governance through active participation in nursing councils, committees, task forces, and system initiatives.

Nursing Benefits

• Nationally recognized nurse wellbeing resources
• Comprehensive health benefit plans
• Generous paid time off and flex scheduling options
• Retirement plans with match.
• Tuitionassistanceto advance your education.
• Systemwide referral bonus program—up to $6,000 for each RN and up to $4,000 for each LPN that joins MedStar Health
• Relocationassistanceup to $5,000
• 5-time Magnet hospital

only 14.5% of certified hospitals have achieved this status

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NLN accredited School of Nursing required
• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree in Nursing Education or other related field preferred
• Active DC RN License and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required (AHA or American Red Cross).
• Pre or Post Operative Clinical experience required.
• 5-7 years Pre or Postoperative Clinical experience preferred1-2 years 2 years in a university teaching hospital preferred
• Clinical education experience preferred
• Cert Nurse Educator - CNE Certification in Nursing Education or clinical area within 1 Year required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Current D.C. licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse required

What We Offer

• Opportunities to actively contribute to Magnet®-driven practice excellence
• Collaboration across a nationally recognized academic medical center
• Support for professional growth, certification, and continuing education
• A culture grounded in cura personalis — care of the whole person

This position has a hiring range of : USD $97,947.20 - USD $162,801.00 /Yr.