Nurse Educator - Full Time

Iowariverhospice; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowariverhospice in Iowa seeks a Nurse Educator responsible for developing and implementing clinical education programs and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have an active RN license in Iowa, a BSN preferred, and 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience. This role emphasizes teaching, collaboration with clinical teams, and necessitates strong skills in communication and organization. A commitment to quality patient care and continuous education is essential. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Registered Nurse license in Iowa.
• Education in Nursing is required; BSN preferred.
• 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience preferred, hospice experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement clinical training programs.
• Coordinate onboarding and initial training for new staff.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement.

Skills

Excellent teaching skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Proficiency in EMR systems

Education

Current RN license in Iowa

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

The Nurse Educator is a licensed Registered Nurse responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical education programs for staff. This role ensures clinical competency, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care through staff training, ongoing education, and performance monitoring. The Clinical Educator serves as a clinical resource and collaborates with leadership to support organizational goals, patient outcomes, and staff development.

Qualifications:

Education & Licensure

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Iowa
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience (hospice preferred)
• Previous experience in staff education, training, or leadership preferred
• Strong knowledge of clinical practices, regulatory standards, and compliance requirements
• Excellent teaching, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Ability to analyze data and implement performance improvement strategies
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

Work Environment & Expectations

• May require travel for patient visits, training, and community outreach
• Participation in on‑call rotation as assigned
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to a dynamic healthcare environment

Professional Development

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through workshops, publications, and professional organizations
• Participates in ongoing Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement programs

Job Responsibilities:

Clinical Education & Competency Management

• Develops, implements, and monitors clinical training and competency programs.
• Coordinates and delivers onboarding, orientation, and initial training for new hires.
• Ensures completion and accuracy of initial and annual competencies in accordance with organizational policies.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts in‑service education programs.
• Coordinates training logistics including EMR systems, orientation materials, and clinical supplies.

Staff Development & Clinical Support

• Acts as a clinical resource for staff regarding procedures, policies, and best practices.
• Collaborates with Clinical Managers to promote effective orientation and ongoing education programs.
• Identifies skill gaps and supports annual competency development through targeted training.
• Maintains current nursing knowledge through continuing education and professional development activities.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Conducts chart audits, clinical documentation reviews, and compliance monitoring.
• Provides training on documentation standards and electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Monitors infection control, safety, and risk management practices.

Clinical Operations Support

• Assists with patient visits as needed.
• Participates in administrative and clinical on‑call rotation.
• Supports intake processes, including obtaining orders and reviewing referrals.
• Reviews schedules to identify missed or uninitiated visits.
• Collaborates with clinical team to ensure accurate documentation.
• Tracks supply to maintain adequate inventory.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Communication

• Participates in care conferences and ensures compliance with agency and CMS regulations.
• Communicates effectively with on‑call staff regarding scheduling and patient needs.

Community & Patient Engagement

• Assists with community education initiatives and outreach efforts.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with patients, families, and referral sources.
• Promotes the organization as a high‑quality provider of hospice services.
• Maintains knowledge of community resources and assists patients in accessing services when needed

Other duties as assigned by Executive Director or designee.

Address502 Plaza Heights Rd. Marshalltown, IA 50158