ICU Clinical Practice Educator - RN Specialist

Northwestern Medicine group; DeKalb Township (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Clinical Practice Specialist Registered Nurse Educator for ICU education. This full-time, days position focuses on frontline staff education, quality and safety initiatives, and professional development across NIC/ICU services within the NM system.

The role emphasizes leadership in education, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with clinical leaders to enhance patient care and staff competency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) as mandatory.
• Master's in Nursing or progress toward within 4 years.
• State RN license required.
• Certification in related clinical area or eligibility.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a clinical area.
• BLS certification via American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements education opportunities for staff based on needs assessments and goals.
• Leads safety, quality, and practice improvement activities across units.
• Mentors staff and conducts coaching and rounding on the unit.
• Participates in leadership meetings and committees to advance clinical practice.

Skills

Clinical experience

BLS certified

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master's in Nursing or to obtain within 4 years

RN license

Certification in related clinical area

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Clinical Practice Specialist Registered Nurse Educator for ICU education. This full-time, days position focuses on frontline staff education, quality and safety initiatives, and professional development across NIC/ICU services within the NM system.

The role emphasizes leadership in education, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with clinical leaders to enhance patient care and staff competency.