Clinical Nurse Trainer

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

13 paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Professional development opportunities

Bilingual staff encouraged

Job summary

The State of Nebraska's Health & Human Services agency in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Clinical Nurse Trainer to train new staff on state and federal regulations and to develop diverse training programs. This role supports quality care and compliance across facilities.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, on-site training, and ensuring access to required federal training. The position emphasizes clinical and nonclinical training with potential travel and schedule flexibility.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska.
• Education or experience in planning, developing, conducting and evaluating training or adult development courses.
• Knowledge of health care regulations and survey processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to new employees regarding state and federal regulations and the survey process for all licensed/certified health care facilities.
• Develop and present a variety of clinical and nonclinical training programs.
• Develop and modify course curriculums based on implementation of new or changed regulations.
• Accompany new employee(s) on their first facility survey.
• Ensure computer access for federal programs and all required federal training is completed by staff.

Skills

Training development

Adult learning

Education

Nebraska RN license

Job description

Job Posting

JR2026-00029597 Clinical Nurse Trainer (Open)

Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$39.727

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Job Description

You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans! The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking professional Registered Nurses with training experience to join our team as Clinical Nurse Trainer. This position provides training to new employees regarding state and federal regulations and is responsible for developing and presenting a variety of clinical and nonclinical training programs. This vital role directly supports our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide training to new employees regarding state and federal regulations and the survey process for all licensed/certified health care facilities.
• Develop and present a variety of clinical and nonclinical training programs.
• Develop and modify course curriculums based on implementation of new or changed regulations.
• Accompany new employee(s) on their first facility survey.
• Ensure computer access for federal programs and all required federal training is completed by staff.

Work Schedule & Flexibility

The training schedule is generally Monday through Thursday, 7am - 5:30pm. Following the completion of training, the work schedule is also typically Monday through Thursday, 7am - 5:30pm. This position requires occasional travel, some requiring overnight stays.

Work Environment

This position is located at the Nebraska State Office Building in downtown Lincoln, NE.

Why Join Us?

Working at DHHS offers more than a paycheck—it provides purpose. Benefits include:

• Vacation and sick leave begin accruing immediately upon hire.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Agency-backed retirement plan with employer match.
• Supportive leadership and team culture.
• Bilingual staff are encouraged to apply.
• Numerous opportunities for internal advancement and promotion.

Pay Rate

$39.727/hour - $58.563/hour. Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Nebraska or authority based on the Nurse Licensure Compact to practice as a registered nurse in Nebraska and education or experience in planning, developing, conduction and evaluating training or adult development courses and training adult learners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospital, Long-Term Care, and/or Home Health/Hospice nursing experience
• Knowledge of health care regulations

Other

Valid Driver's License is required

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

• Vacation and sick leave begin accruing immediately upon hire.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Agency-backed retirement plan with employer match.
• Supportive leadership and team culture.
• Bilingual staff are encouraged to apply.
• Numerous opportunities for internal advancement and promotion.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.