Nurse Educator - Emergency Department

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Hamot is seeking a passionate Nurse Educator to enhance nursing education and patient care quality. This role involves mentoring staff, developing educational programs, and shaping future nursing practices in a collaborative environment. Successful candidates will hold a BSN and have substantial clinical and teaching experience.

Benefits

Opportunities for continuing education

Career development and mentorship

Supportive collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 3 years clinical experience required.
• Relevant teaching experience mandatory.
• UPMC-approved certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop positive communication and mentoring relationships.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Lead orientation and continuing education programs.

Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Quality Improvement

Education

BSN or MSN

Job description

Join Our Team as a Nurse Educator at UPMC Hamot!

Are you a passionate and experienced nurse looking to advance your career? As a Nurse Educator, you will have the opportunity to impact the quality of patient care by mentoring, educating, and supporting nursing staff across various units within our hospital.

Position: Nurse Educator
Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, primarily day shift, with some flexibility to meet educational requirements. Usually no weekends, but occasional weekend support for classes may be needed.

Location: UPMC Hamot Hospital

Why UPMC Hamot? We are committed to high-quality patient care and believe it starts with our nursing staff. As a Nurse Educator, you'll help shape the future of nursing practice through ongoing education and support, in a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and excellence.

Benefits of Working at UPMC Hamot:

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuing education, career development, and mentorship.
• Impact: Influence patient care and nursing practices organization-wide.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, communication, and excellence.

Candidates will be considered at the Nurse Educator level, which requires:

• BSN (or MSN if obtained in a program not conferring BSNs)
• 3 years clinical experience
• Relevant teaching experience

Depending on education, experience, and leadership discretion, consideration may be given to levels such as Clinical Education Specialist, which requires:

• MSN or Master’s in a related field (BSN required if Master’s is in a related field)
• 3 years clinical experience
• Relevant teaching experience
• UPMC-approved certification preferred

Apply Today!

If you're ready to elevate your career and help shape nursing education at UPMC Hamot, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a forward-thinking, patient-centered healthcare team where your expertise makes a difference.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining professional relationships, mentoring, and modeling positive communication.
• Participating in quality improvement efforts and utilizing research to support clinical care improvements.
• Serving as a mentor for new staff and preceptors, and as a resource for patients and staff.
• Facilitating orientation and continuing education programs, and leading in developing nursing standards and policies.
• Engaging in hospital-wide projects, problem-solving creatively, and facilitating student experiences.