Critical Care Nurse Educator

CHI; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 48,739 - 69,830; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Bismarck, ND, is seeking a passionate RN to lead clinical education and develop nursing capabilities in Critical Care. This position emphasizes mentoring, evidence-based practices, and guiding nursing teams to achieve excellence in patient care. Ideal candidates will hold a BSN, have relevant experience, and possess a commitment to continuous learning. Outstanding benefits, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment are offered to ensure exceptional care is delivered every day.

Qualifications

• Active RN compact multistate license eligible for practice in North Dakota.
• At least three years of relevant nursing experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical education and staff development within Critical Care.
• Guide nurses towards practice excellence.
• Support initiatives enhancing nursing practice and patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical education and mentoring

Evidence-based practice

Leadership in nursing teams

Education

BSN in Nursing

MSN in Education (preferred)

Job description

CHI St. Alexius Health | Bismarck, ND

Are you the kind of nurse who lights up when you’re teaching, mentoring, and elevating everyone around you? Do you geek out over evidence-based practice, love shaping clinical excellence, and want to help build a powerhouse Critical Care team? Then we’d love to meet you!

Job Summary And Responsibilities

In this dynamic RN role, you’ll be the driving force behind clinical education, staff development, and professional growth within our Critical Care/ICU Department. You’ll guide nurses toward practice excellence, strengthen our patient-care culture, and play a vital part in creating the safest, highest-quality care environment possible.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning, research, coordination, and evaluation of education and professional development programs—aligned with CHI Health’s nursing vision and campus goals.
• Serve as a clinical expert, mentor, change agent, and trusted leader for our nursing teams.
• Partner with organizational, divisional, and system leaders to support initiatives that enhance nursing practice and patient outcomes.
• Bring cutting‑edge, evidence‑based research into the real world—translating findings into meaningful, measurable improvements in care.
• Provide clinical insight and leadership for quality improvement projects throughout Critical Care.
• Shape the full journey of nursing professional development, including onboarding, orientation, nurse residency, fellowships, competency processes, and preceptor/mentor programs.
• Create and refine educational resources using adult‑learning principles, organizational development strategies, and system‑wide standards.

Why This Role Matters

You won’t just be teaching—you’ll be influencing the future of Critical Care nursing. Your work directly impacts patient safety, team confidence, and the strength of our ICU.

Who We’re Looking For

A passionate educator. A natural mentor. A nurse who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑acuity environments and wants to empower others to do the same.

If you’re ready to inspire, develop, and elevate an exceptional Critical Care team, we want you here—helping us deliver extraordinary care every single day.

Work Agreement

• FTE Status - 1.0, 80 hours biweekly
• Shift Type - Days Monday - Friday
• Shift Length - 0800-1630
• On Call Expectations - none
• Weekend/Holiday Frequency: none

Job Requirements

What You Bring to the Table

Required

• BSN in Nursing (with the commitment to complete your MSN within five years of your start date — we’ll cheer you on the whole way).
• Active, unencumbered RN compact multistate license eligible for practice in North Dakota.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• At least three years of relevant nursing experience—the kind that gives you both clinical confidence and real‑world perspective.

Preferred

• MSN with a focus in Education — if you love the academic side of nursing, we love you already.
• Specialty nursing certification in your clinical area—because you take excellence seriously.

Where You'll Work

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

Pay Range

$35.38 - $50.69 /hour