Perioperative Clinical Educator & Staff Development Lead

Azkrmc; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

KHI is seeking a Clinical Educator for the Surgical Services department in Kingman, AZ. This role partners with Nursing Leadership to drive education, competency development, and regulatory compliance across the perioperative team.

The Educator will develop orientation programs, oversee staff development, and coordinate in-service training while ensuring high-quality patient care and safety standards. Requires leadership, communication, and a strong perioperative background.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology, First Assisting, or Nursing.
• Minimum of five (5) years perioperative experience.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications through AHA or ARC.
• Current, valid Arizona licensure or compact RN license, if RN.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Leadership to promote regulatory compliant quality improvements.
• Develop and maintain electronic applications for Surgical Services with Nursing Leadership and HIT.
• Create a standardized orientation program for staff integration.
• Oversee new staff competencies and tailor training pathways.
• Maintain yearly competency documentation for departmental staff.
• Evaluate educational needs and address training opportunities.
• Coordinate all mandated in-service programs to meet regulatory requirements.
• Establish patient teaching guidelines with Nursing Leadership.
• Conduct rounds to ensure adherence to guidelines from professional bodies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Change management

Education

Nursing/Surgical Tech degree

Job description

KHI is seeking a Clinical Educator for the Surgical Services department in Kingman, AZ. This role partners with Nursing Leadership to drive education, competency development, and regulatory compliance across the perioperative team.

The Educator will develop orientation programs, oversee staff development, and coordinate in-service training while ensuring high-quality patient care and safety standards. Requires leadership, communication, and a strong perioperative background.