Family Birthing Center Nurse Educator

CommonSpirit Health; Prescott (AZ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Family Birthing Center Nurse Educator to design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based educational programs, orientations, and continuing education for staff. The role focuses on advancing patient and family-centered care through expert clinical knowledge and robust instructional design.

The educator will lead needs assessments, collaborate with leadership to develop competencies, and deliver curricula using diverse methods including simulation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
• Five (5) years of clinical practice in the area of specialty.
• Registered Nurse license in AZ.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing educational needs assessments.
• Collaborate with department leaders to develop competencies.
• Create and document education plans with leadership.
• Develop curricula and in-services using traditional, non-traditional, and simulation-based methods.
• Submit education documentation including attendance rosters and competency tools.

Skills

Instructional design

Clinical knowledge

Staff development

Healthcare education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Family Birthing Center Nurse Educator, you will design, organize, implement, and evaluate evidence-based educational programs, orientations, and continuing education.

Every day you will facilitate the professional growth, skill development, and competency of staff, ensuring these programs primarily support the organization's mission, vision, values, and strategic goals. Your work will directly contribute to ensuring quality, safety, and service in patient and family-centered care.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong instructional design capabilities, expert clinical knowledge, and the ability to effectively engage and develop healthcare professionals, ultimately enhancing the standards of patient care.

• Performs initial and ongoing educational needs assessment
• Collaborates with department leaders in the identification and development of initial and on-going competencies
• Creates and documents education plans in partnership with leadership team to meet strategic and operational initiatives of the organization
• Utilizes adult education theories and principles to foster the educational development of participants
• Authors curriculum and implements educational in-services, classes, courses and programs based upon identified education needs and utilizing traditional, non-traditional and innovative methods of instruction including the use of technology and simulation
• Submits documentation in support of education to include attendance roster, course evaluation documents and competency validation tools

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelor's degree of Nursing
• Five (5) years clinical practice in area of specialty
• Registered Nurse: AZ
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification

Preferred

• Master's degree of Nursing
• Specialty certification and/or two (2) years teaching
• Three years (3) Labor and Delivery experience

Where You'll Work

Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction.

Here, you'll discover more than just a job; you'll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system.

Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members.

Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well-being truly connect.