Nurse Educator - Full Time, Evening/Night

Beacon Health System; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differentials

EAP

Education courses

Gym discount

Job summary

Beacon Health System's Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN seeks a Full-Time Evening/Night Shift Nurse Educator to support professional development and education services. The Nurse Educator will lead competency-based orientation, continuing education, and in-service training for nursing staff.

You will assess learning needs, develop evidence-based curricula, and serve as an educational resource for associates, leaders, physicians, and committees while advancing patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required.
• Current Indiana RN license.
• Two years nursing experience.
• CPR Instructor certification required; may be obtained after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess educational needs and address practice gaps via staff education programs.
• Plan and evaluate orientation and competency-based training.
• Develop lesson plans, materials, and assessments aligned to requirements.
• Provide education to associates, leaders, physicians, and committees.
• Monitor learner progress and recommend practice improvements.

Skills

Nursing Education

Clinical Instruction

Curriculum Development

Staff Training

Education

BSN

Indiana RN License

CPR Instructor Certification

Job description

Beacon Health System is hiring a Full-Time Evening/Night Shift Nurse Educator position for our Professional Development and Education Services Department at Beacon Memorial Hospital in South Bend, IN.

Be a Beacon. Make a Difference.

At Beacon Health System, you’re not just part of a team, you’re part of something bigger. Every patient interaction is a chance to lead with compassion, build trust, and create lasting impact. Here, your expertise supports healing, and your heart connects us to the communities we serve.

We offer a wide variety of benefits for our employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance through Cigna
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Matching Retirement Fund
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Shift Differentials
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Local and National Discounts
• Beacon Academy Educational Courses
• Gym Membership Discount

About Memorial Hospital

Located in the heart of South Bend, Memorial Hospital is deeply rooted in the community it serves. From advanced surgical services to award‑winning heart and cancer care, we provide comprehensive treatment witha personal touch. As part of Beacon Health System,we’rededicated to improving health and inspiring hope throughout the region.

About The New Tower

The 10‑story patient bed Memorial Hospital Tower is the latest chapter in Beacon Health System’s commitment to care,compassionand community. Built with input from frontline staff, the Tower isa state‑of‑the‑art, specialty‑focused expansion that enhances how care is delivered and how teams work together. From larger rooms and leading‑edge technology to a culture of collaboration and growth, this space was designed by Beacon for Beacon.

WhatYou’llDo

As a Nurse Educator, you'll report to the Director/Manager and lead the assessment, planning, coordination, and evaluation of competency‑based orientation, continuing education, and in‑service programs for nursing staff. You'll identify educational and practice gaps, develop evidence‑based learning strategies, and deliver engaging education to support quality, safety, and professional development. You'll serve as an educational resource for associates, leaders, physicians, committees, and other partners while monitoring learner progress and recommending improvements to nursing practice and standards. You'll also contribute to policies, procedures, quality initiatives, and special projects that advance patient care and organizational goals.

Nurse Educator Job Responsibilities

• Assess educational needs and identify practice gaps to develop and enhance staff education programs.
• Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate orientation, continuing education, and competency‑based training programs.
• Create and maintain lesson plans, presentations, instructional materials, assessments, and courses in alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational needs.
• Facilitate group and individual education for associates with varying levels of experience and educational backgrounds.
• Monitor orientee progress and competency, provide constructive feedback and coaching, and communicate recommendations to department leadership.
• Serve as an educational resource to nursing staff, departments, committees, physicians, and other internal and external partners.
• Apply evidence‑based practice, research, and professional nursing development standards to educational programs and initiatives.
• Evaluate educational outcomes and recommend improvements to nursing practice, quality, safety, and patient care.
• Assist with the development and revision of policies, procedures, competencies, and other educational resources.
• Maintain program documentation, including schedules, attendance records, evaluations, reports, and other administrative materials.

What You Bring

As a Nurse Educator, you'll bring a strong foundation in professional nursing practice along with a passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing others. You'll bring the ability to assess learning needs, analyze practice gaps, and translate evidence‑based nursing knowledge into effective education for diverse learners. You'll demonstrate strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills while building positive relationships with associates, leaders, physicians, and other stakeholders. You'll also bring a commitment to professional development, quality improvement, patient safety, and Beacon Health System's values of Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree required
• Current Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Two years of previous nursing experience required
• CPR Instructor certification required; may be obtained after hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or an advanced practice nursing degree preferred