Nurse Educator, Full-Time

Yourcommunityhospital; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Relocation assistance

Merit increases

Market adjustments

Recognition bonuses

Paid time off

Education assistance

403(b) with employer matching

Job summary

Community Hospital is seeking an experienced Nursing Education Specialist to develop and coordinate oncology education programs. You will work with Nursing Management to implement annual skills days, orient new staff, and administer the learning management system.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Nursing, 1 year in clinical education, and current Colorado RN licensure; oncology experience is required and OCN is preferred. Compensation includes education benefits and competitive PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing and 1 year of clinical education experience preferred, or equivalent.
• Prior oncology experience required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current RN license in Colorado.
• OCN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops clinical competencies within the organization based on accreditation standards, policies and departmental needs.
• Works with Nursing Management and Nursing Education team to coordinate and implement annual skills day and continued education for clinical staff.
• May support and/or teach at department orientation and hospital orientation.
• Serves as an administrator for the learning management system.
• Will work with inpatient and outpatient nursing staff, training for standard oncology practices.
• Co-facilitate Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy course biannually.
• Co-facilitate the Oncology Certification Prep course.
• Maintain competency in all inpatient and outpatient chemotherapy infusion processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching

Educational coordination

Clinical education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

• Application Deadline: Posting will remain open until September 30, 2026 and may remain open beyond this date, if not filled.

Responsibilities:

• Develops clinical competencies within the organization based on accreditation standards, policies and departmental needs.
• Works with Nursing Management and Nursing Education team to coordinate and implement annual skills day and continued education for clinical staff.
• May support and/or teach at department orientation and hospital orientation.
• Serves as an administrator for the learning management system.
• Will work with inpatient and outpatient nursing staff, training for standard oncology practices.
• Co-facilitate Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy course biannually.
• Co-facilitate the Oncology Certification Prep course.
• Maintain competency in all inpatient and outpatient chemotherapy infusion processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing with one (1) year of experience in clinical education preferred OR Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior oncology experience required
• Current BLS
• Current and unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado
• OCN preferred

Compensation:

• $40.00 - 46.00 per hour, depending on education and experience.
• Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increases, market adjustments,
  recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.
• Paid time off.
• Education assistance.
• 403(b) with employer matching.
• Additional benefits based on employment status.

Community Hospital recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, Community Hospital is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual’s race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance : Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Nursing.

Experience

Required

2 years: Inpatient or Outpatient Oncology

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Registered Nurse

BLS

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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