Nurse Educator- Behavioral Health

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,971 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH, seeks an educator to oversee onboarding for a pediatric unit, delivering orientation and staff education. The role collaborates with leadership, system educators, and Professional Development to ensure goals are met.

The position requires a BSN and Ohio RN licensure, with a preference for MSN or related field and 3 years of RN experience, including pediatric settings. Certification in education/leadership is a plus.

Qualifications

• BSN is required.
• MSN or related field is preferred.
• Registered RN in Ohio is required.
• Three years of RN experience required; pediatric experience preferred.
• Certification in Professional Development/Education, Leadership, or Clinical Specialty preferred.
• Competency in nursing practice applicable to the assigned unit.

Responsibilities

• Oversees onboarding and orientation for the unit.
• Develops unit-specific education in collaboration with leadership.
• Provides classroom-style education, huddles, or other methods of delivery.
• Facilitates communication of policy changes and system educational opportunities.
• Oversees competency assessments and skills training.

Skills

Clinical nursing competency

Pediatric nursing experience

Education

BSN

MSN or related field (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Hours: 7:00am-3:30pm, FTE: 1.0-40 hours (5x, 8 hour shifts per week). Rate starts at $36.90/hour with potential for higher pay based on relevant experience and an additional $4.70/hr for the evening shift differential. Expected to support all behavioral health nursing units as needed at the direction of leadership.

Job Description Summary

Oversees a focused unit/group, often working directly with new staff and preceptors, and continually assesses the onboarding process. Delivers educational experiences to small groups for the assigned unit. Does not manage staff but must work in collaboration with leadership and network with Professional Development and other system educators to ensure organizational and department goals are met.

Essential Functions

• Develops and manages new hire orientations for the assigned unit.
• Assesses and develops unit‑specific education to meet needs, collaborating with leadership and system resources.
• Serves as educational resource to the assigned unit; facilitates communication of policy changes and system educational opportunities impacting the unit.
• Provides classroom‑style education, huddles, or other methods of delivery targeting the unit’s needs.
• Oversees competency assessments and skills training.

Education Requirements

BSN, required. MSN or related field, preferred.

Licensure Requirements

Registered RN, Ohio, required.

Certifications

Certification in Professional Development/Education, Leadership, or Clinical Specialty, preferred.

Skills

Competency in nursing clinical practice applicable to the assigned clinical unit or area.

Experience

Three years of experience as an RN required; pediatric experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally: Bend/twist; biohazard waste; blood and/or bodily fluids; chemicals/medications; climb stairs/ladder; communicable diseases and/or pathogens; fumes/gases/vapors; lift/carry 0‑10 lbs; lift/carry 11‑20 lbs; lift/carry 21‑40 lbs; patient equipment; push/pull 0‑25 lbs; push/pull 26‑40 lbs; reach above shoulder; squat/kneel.
• Frequently: Depth perception; hand use – grasping, gripping, turning; loud noises; standing; walking.
• Continuously: Audible speech; color vision; computer skills; decision making; flexing/extending of neck; hearing acuity; interpreting data; peripheral vision; problem solving; repetitive hand/arm use; seeing – far/near; sitting.

Equal Opportunity Employment

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet