Nursing Education Specialist

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

The Educator at Lutheran Health Network is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs to support the ongoing professional development of nursing staff and ensure high-quality patient care.

This role collaborates with clinical and administrative leadership to assess educational needs and develop initiatives aligned with organizational goals and standards, employing diverse teaching methods and maintaining thorough records.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical nursing knowledge.
• Experience developing educational programs.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers evidence-based educational programs.
• Conducts needs assessments to identify educational gaps.
• Mentors clinical staff on best practices and development opportunities.
• Collaborates with department leaders to align training with requirements.
• Facilitates competency-based education using diverse teaching methods.
• Maintains records of educational activities and assessments.
• Stays current with nursing practice standards and regulatory requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing education

Teaching skills

Communication skills

LMS proficiency

Job description

The Educator at Lutheran Health Network is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs to support the ongoing professional development of nursing staff and ensure high-quality patient care.

This role collaborates with clinical and administrative leadership to assess educational needs and develop initiatives aligned with organizational goals and standards, employing diverse teaching methods and maintaining thorough records.