Nursing Clinical Educator – STICU & SSDU (Trauma)

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Nursing Clinical Educator for the STICU & SSDU Depts. This role leads clinical education strategy, oversees onboarding, competency validation, and regulatory readiness aligned with Magnet standards and adult learning principles.

The educator applies evidence-based practice, collaborates with nursing leadership, and facilitates student experiences while maintaining clinical credibility through direct patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and BSN required.
• Florida RN license in state of Florida.
• MSN or ANCC Magnet certification preferred.
• Acute care or trauma experience desirable.
• Experience in clinical education, preceptorship, or competency validation.
• Advanced knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate clinical education programs (orientation, competency, mandatory education, practice change).
• Oversee structured orientation and preceptor development; assess learner progression.
• Conduct learning needs assessments to identify gaps and create targeted interventions.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to meet regulatory readiness and Magnet standards.
• Evaluate education initiatives using outcomes data and learner feedback.
• Serve as internal consultant for assigned clinical areas; support student experiences.
• Provide bedside re-education and just-in-time training to support safe practice.
• Maintain clinical credibility by delivering direct patient care at least eight hours per month.

Skills

Clinical education

Curriculum development

Preceptorship

Adult learning theory

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BSN

MSN or Magnet Certification

Florida RN license

3 years clinical nursing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR proficiency

Job description

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Nursing Clinical Educator for the STICU & SSDU Depts. This role leads clinical education strategy, oversees onboarding, competency validation, and regulatory readiness aligned with Magnet standards and adult learning principles.

The educator applies evidence-based practice, collaborates with nursing leadership, and facilitates student experiences while maintaining clinical credibility through direct patient care.