Nursing Instructor - Clinical Educator

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,104 - 183,727; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Massachusetts in Boston seeks an experienced Nursing Instructor for Clinical Education to assess training needs, develop programs, and ensure regulatory compliance with Joint Commission standards.

The educator uses adult learning principles to deliver orientation and continuing education for clinical staff, collaborates with department leaders, and tracks mandatory training. Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; weekends off.

Qualifications

• Three years of full-time RN experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical facility with supervisory, administrative, or instructional responsibilities.
• Current and valid registered nurse licensure in Massachusetts.
• Ability to design, deliver, and evaluate training using adult learning principles.

Responsibilities

• Assess clinical training needs with department leaders and review existing programs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate education and training aligned with patient care requirements.
• Oversee the clinical competency program for all clinical staff.
• Coordinate orientation for contracted, agency, and school-affiliated personnel.
• Ensure mandatory training and regulatory compliance through regular audits.

Skills

Training methods

Adult learning

Record keeping

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Judgment

Coordination

Education

RN in a recognized hospital/clinic

Graduate degree substitution (1 year)

Tools

MassAchieve

Job description

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Job Description - Nursing Instructor - Clinical Educator (2600052O)

Job Description

Nursing Instructor - Clinical Educator - ( 2600052O )

Description

The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (LSH), operated by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking an experienced professional to serve as our Nursing Instructor for Clinical Education. In this role, the Clinical Educator assesses clinical training needs, evaluates program effectiveness, and recommends improvements to the Education and Training Leader. The educator collaborates with subject matter experts to design and implement clinical education initiatives and works closely with the Quality Management Department to ensure all training materials meet regulatory and Joint Commission standards. The incumbent plans, develops, and delivers clinical education using adult learning principles, and partners with clinical department leaders to ensure orientation, continuing education, and mandatory training are completed and accurately tracked.

Hours: Monday-Friday8-4:30PM, Saturday and Sunday Off

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive)

• Assesses clinical training needs through collaboration with department leaders and review of existing programs.
• Plans, develops, and implements education and training based on staff learning needs and patient care requirements.
• Oversees the clinical competency program for all clinical staff.
• Develops role - specific orientation and competency materials with subject matter experts.
• Coordinates and delivers orientation for contracted, agency, and school - affiliated personnel.
• Contributes to facility - wide orientation and annual mandatory training initiatives.
• Audits education and training files at least twice yearly to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participates in departmental committees and meetings to support staff education.
• Supports quality improvement initiatives related to clinical training.
• Delivers clinical orientation, education, and training to all staff.
• Provides workplace violence prevention training (MANDT) and CPR instruction.
• Develops and submits clinical education content for electronic learning systems (e.g., MassAchieve).
• Collaborates with leadership on the development of relevant policies and procedures.
• Monitors and coordinates clinical staff compliance with all mandatory training requirements.
• Maintains educational records and competencies in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Schedules and coordinates training on new clinical equipment and products.
• Promotes educational opportunities through signage, digital communications, and learning platforms.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of effective training methods, techniques, and adult learning principles.
• Plans, conducts, and evaluates training programs.
• Interprets and applies relevant laws, regulations, and policies.
• Prepares and uses charts, graphs, and tables.
• Maintains accurate and organized records.
• Writes clearly and concisely to demonstrate strong written communication skills.
• Communicates effectively verbally, giving and receiving instructions with clarity.
• Builds and maintains positive, collaborative working relationships.
• Exercises sound judgment in decision - making.
• Coordinates the efforts of others to achieve work objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of the policies, procedures, specifications, standards, guidelines, laws, rules, and regulations governing assigned unit activities.
• Understands the types and uses of agency forms.
• Applies change management and process improvement principles effectively.
• Explains and applies relevant laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards.
• Understands the principles and practices of healthcare administration.

About the Lemuel Shattuck Hospital

Lemuel Shattuck Hospital is a fully Joint Commission accredited teaching facility that provides acute, subacute, and ambulatory care to patients referred by public agencies and private sector providers. Shattuck Hospital’s services help economically and socially disadvantaged patients to get high quality, cost-effective care from a staff that respects their dignity.

Located in the heart of Boston’s Jamaica Plain neighborhood, the Shattuck Hospital includes 248 inpatient beds including 95 Psychiatric beds and 29 Correctional Health beds. In addition, the Shattuck has a full outpatient clinic with many specialties that offers treatment to patients of the Department of Mental Health as well as Department of Correction and House of Correction inmates and community patients.

The Shattuck hospital is on the forefront of substance use disorder treatment including a Suboxone clinic serving 200 patients. In addition to direct medical services LSH hosts and supports an array of services located on the campus, serving patients struggling with addictions and homelessness.

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines.

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, http://www.mass.gov

ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests

For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services, Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity or as an instructor in nursing, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Graduate degree with a major in nursing may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.

Special Requirements

Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affinitive Action Employer

Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Primary Location

Job

Medical Services

Agency

Department of Public Health

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Jul 27, 2026, 2:03:37 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

110,104.80 - 183,727.44 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affinitive Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : [e-mail] - 6173524250

Bargaining Unit : 07-MNA - Professional Health Care

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No