Nurse Education Lead: Operations & Onboarding

Banner Health Corporate; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 56,482,000 - 93,677,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health North Colorado Medical Center in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse – Operations Support Specialist to support two Medical Surgical units, SON and MOT. The role centers on orientation, education, and rounding on night shifts as needed, providing clinical mentorship and hands-on floor support.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado RN license, a BSN, and strong communication skills, with a commitment to patient safety and staff development in a high-volume, fast-paced

Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in Colorado (or compact state)
• BSN required
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and staff development

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate new hire orientation and onboarding for nursing staff across both Medical Surgical units
• Develop, implement, and evaluate unit-based education programs, competency assessments, and skills validations
• Provide direct patient care and hands-on floor support as needed, serving as a clinical resource and role model
• Round on night shifts to assess staff needs, support new orientees, and ensure continuity of education and operational standards
• Collaborate with unit leadership, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to identify and address educational and operational gaps
• Support the onboarding experience for travel nurses, new graduates, and experienced hires transitioning to the Medical Surgical setting
• Assist with policy and procedure updates, ensuring staff are educated on changes in a timely manner
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and help drive evidence-based practice at the bedside
• Serve as a clinical mentor and coach to nursing staff at all experience levels

Skills

RN license

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

BSN

Job description

Banner Health North Colorado Medical Center in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse – Operations Support Specialist to support two Medical Surgical units, SON and MOT. The role centers on orientation, education, and rounding on night shifts as needed, providing clinical mentorship and hands-on floor support.

The ideal candidate holds a Colorado RN license, a BSN, and strong communication skills, with a commitment to patient safety and staff development in a high-volume, fast-paced