Registered Nurse RN Educator

emergemarket.com; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

emergemarket.com is seeking a Registered Nurse RN Educator in Buffalo, NY. The role involves planning and implementing educational programs for nursing staff to promote clinical excellence and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.

The position starts at $36 per hour, with both part-time and full-time schedules available. Candidates must have a current RN license and a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Previous teaching, precepting, or staff education experience preferred.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver orientation programs for new nursing employees.
• Conduct ongoing education and competency assessments.
• Provide clinical instruction and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Evaluate staff performance and identify learning needs.
• Ensure compliance with various standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of adult learning principles

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Experience with learning management systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)

Master’s degree in Nursing, Education or related field

Job description

Description

The Registered Nurse RN Educator is responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for nursing staff and other healthcare professionals. This role promotes clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and professional development by ensuring staff are competent, knowledgeable, and prepared to provide high-quality patient care.

This position starts at $36 per hour and we have both part-time and full-time schedules available.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver orientation programs for new nursing employees.
• Design and conduct ongoing education, competency assessments, and annual mandatory training.
• Provide clinical instruction, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff.
• Evaluate staff performance and identify learning needs through observation and competency validation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to improve clinical practices and patient outcomes.
• Develop educational materials, policies, procedures, and evidence-based learning resources.
• Maintain accurate records of employee education, certifications, and competencies.
• Facilitate continuing education opportunities and support professional development.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and performance improvement projects.
• Stay current on nursing best practices, healthcare regulations, and clinical advancements.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Previous teaching, precepting, or staff education experience preferred.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and learning management systems (LMS).

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