Rehabilitation RN Educator & Clinical Education Leader

Methodist Rehabilitation Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

CRRN bonus

Comprehensive benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Methodist Rehabilitation Center in Jackson, MS is seeking an experienced Rehabilitation RN Educator for the Spinal Cord Injury/Orthopedics unit to combine clinical nursing with patient and family education.

The role supports staff education and professional development, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, and aims to empower patients to regain independence.

If you are passionate about teaching, mentoring, and advancing evidence-based care, join our team and Make It Methodist.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Mississippi RN license.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least one year of rehabilitation nursing experience.
• CRRN certification required, or must be obtained within 36 months of assuming Educator role.
• Patient education experience preferred.
• ACLS certification preferred.
• TB certification preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to teach, mentor, and collaborate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and excellent patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family learning needs and develop individualized education plans.
• Plan and lead education sessions using evidence-based educational materials and teaching methods.
• Teach patients and families about their conditions, treatment plans, self-care procedures, and ongoing care needs.
• Support patients and families as they adjust to hospitalization, disability, and the rehabilitation process.
• Evaluate learning outcomes and reinforce education to promote safety, independence, and successful transitions after discharge.
• Provide direct nursing care to an assigned group of patients in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes in physical or emotional status, and communicate concerns appropriately.
• Coordinate patient education with therapy schedules, treatment plans, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in weekly patient care conferences and contribute to coordinated rehabilitation planning.
• Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and help promote consistent, high-quality patient care.
• Assist the Director/Nurse Manager with new employee orientation, staff education, and ongoing training.
• Identify staff learning needs and provide in-services and other educational activities.
• Support nursing staff in following clinical procedures, documentation standards, and best practices.
• Model professional nursing practice, effective communication, and leadership.
• Function as a team leader or charge nurse when assigned.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to patient education and nursing care.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Teaching

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Mississippi RN license

BLS certification

CRRN certification or within 36 months

Job description

Methodist Rehabilitation Center in Jackson, MS is seeking an experienced Rehabilitation RN Educator for the Spinal Cord Injury/Orthopedics unit to combine clinical nursing with patient and family education.

The role supports staff education and professional development, collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, and aims to empower patients to regain independence.

If you are passionate about teaching, mentoring, and advancing evidence-based care, join our team and Make It Methodist.