Educator Clinical NonExempt

Lifepoint Health; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 48,202 - 68,466; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development

Shift differential of $2.25 – $4.50

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Clinical Educator in Kennewick, WA. This role involves developing educational programs, coordinating onboarding for new hires, and ensuring compliance with safety and educational standards. Applicants must have a valid RN license and relevant degrees with 3-5 years of clinical experience. The position offers a pay scale of $34.99 to $49.70 per hour alongside professional development opportunities and shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of recent clinical experience.
• Mastery of relevant clinical skills is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate education programs.
• Facilitate orientation for new employees.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Adult education experience

BLS certification

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Associate degree from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Clinical Educator

Job Type: PRN

Wage scale: $34.99 – $49.70 per hour

Your experience matters

At Trios Health, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Position Summary

The Clinical Educator is responsible for developing, planning, implementing and organizing a variety of education activities including individual, department and hospital‑wide programs. The Clinical Educator serves as consultant, facilitator, change agent and leader. This position supports clinical department leadership.

• Follows established policies and procedures, objectives, safety standards, and sensitivity to confidential information.
• Complies with Federal and State law and accrediting and licensing agencies at all times, to include but not limited to, the Joint Commission and federal compliance regulations.
• Develops/coordinates orientation of new employee and transferred employee with active on‑going involvement in the orientation process and continuing education materials.
• Develops, manages, and coordinates education programs and conducts training related to the needs of the organization including State, Federal, and accreditation mandatory programs.
• Works closely with Patient Safety Officer and responds to identified system changes or other identified needs to promote quality and patient safety.
• Works closely with Quality Director in developing and maintaining the quality program and the education of staff.
• Assists in managing data collection to evaluate organizational outcomes and submits accurate data in a timely manner as required by regulatory agencies; or as part of any volunteer/collaborative initiative.
• Assists in implementation of department quality initiatives and analysis of outcome data.
• Analysis shares and assists the interpretation of outcome data with appropriate staff, medical staff, and customers.
• Facilitates any action as indicated for noted undesirable data and/or negative trends.
• Facilitates teambuilding and leadership development in assigned areas.
• Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support those changes.
• Leads committees, work groups and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities.
• Teaches content as needed and/or assigned within clinical expertise to facilitate orientation, staff development and/or safe practice.
• Complies with continuing education accrediting body requirements.
• Participates as instructor in specialty courses as assigned.
• Develops education programs for clinical and non‑clinical staff. Maintains and evaluates these programs on an ongoing basis.
• Provides consultation to department managers and staff on the education process, job competencies, and accrediting agency requirements.
• Maintains clinical knowledge in assigned areas and active involvement with orientation, on‑going education and quality audits and initiatives.
• Maintains working knowledge of learning management systems and other data management systems in the department.

What we offer

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• $2.25 – $4.50 shift differential

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor’s degree or associate degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• BLS
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse Basic Life Support‑Health Care Provider Basic Life Support‑Health Care Provider Instructor within 3 years of accepting or transferring into the position.
• Minimum work experience 3‑5 years of recent clinical experience with ongoing ability to demonstrate mastery of relevant clinical skills.
• Sufficient previous experience in adult education

About our Health System

Trios is a 111‑bed hospital located in Kennewick, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

Pay Transparency Notice

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately. You can contact us at 833‑271‑4269 to report the issue. For more information on your rights under Washington’s pay transparency laws, visit https://lni.wa.gov.

EEOC Statement

Trios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Trios is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.