RN Clinical Educator

Verland CLA; Sewickley (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

HSA (Healthcare Savings Account)

Dependent Care FSA

403b with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and paid holidays

Career development

Wellbeing resources

Mental health resources

Job summary

Verland CLA is seeking an RN Clinical Nurse Educator to lead nursing education, training, and professional development for our staff across ICF and CLA programs. The role emphasizes program development, clinical guidance, and continuous quality improvement to ensure high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN and RN license in PA, with 3–5 years of clinical nursing and education experience. This on-site position includes comprehensive benefits and ongoing career development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in PA.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience, with a strong background in education.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate nursing education programs and continuing education workshops to meet staff needs.
• Develop educational materials, including manuals, handouts, and multimedia resources.
• Conduct orientation sessions for new staff and provide ongoing training on clinical practices, procedures, and protocols.
• Offer guidance and support to nursing staff in clinical practice, including bedside teaching and mentorship.
• Monitor and assess clinical performance, providing feedback and coaching to improve patient care outcomes.
• Stay current with best practices and integrate new knowledge into educational programs.
• Collaborate with Nursing leadership to assess and improve care quality and safety.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and committees focused on enhancing patient safety.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to staff education and infection control metrics.
• Fill in as needed to assist with medication passes and nursing assignments.
• Participate in on-call rotations as directed.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Educational technology

Evidence-based practice

Infection control

Regulatory knowledge

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

Description

The RN Clinical Nurse Educator will be responsible for providing educational support, training, and development to our nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care. This position will support both the ICF and CLA for training and education.

Duties and Responsibilities

Educational Program Development and Delivery

• Design, implement, and evaluate nursing education programs and continuing education workshops to meet the needs of the nursing staff.
• Develop educational materials, including manuals, handouts, and multimedia resources, to support learning and professional development.
• Conduct orientation sessions for new staff and provide ongoing training on clinical practices, procedures, and protocols.

Clinical Practice Support

• Offer guidance and support to nursing staff in clinical practice, including bedside teaching and mentorship.
• Monitor and assess clinical performance, providing feedback and coaching to improve patient care outcomes.
• Stay current with best practices and advancements in nursing care and integrate new knowledge into educational programs.

Quality Improvement

• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and other healthcare professionals to assess and improve the quality of care provided.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and committees focused on enhancing patient safety and care standards.
• Provide input on policy development and review to ensure alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of educational activities and training activities.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to staff education, clinical performance, and infection control metrics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and facility standards through thorough documentation and reporting.

Other Responsibilities

• Fill in as needed to assist with medication passes and nursing assignments.
• Participate in the on-call rotation as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Exceptional Benefits

Minimum of 30 hours worked, and employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health (UPMC), Dental and Vision Insurances (1st of the month following 30 days from start date)
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 403b – Traditional and Roth with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement (for core positions)
• Competitive PTO Plan
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Incentive in lieu of Medical coverage
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required: Master's Degree in Nursing or related field preferred
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in PA.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience, with a strong background in education.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in using educational technology and tools.
• Ability to analyze data and implement evidence-based practices.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards related to infection control and nursing practices.

Verland is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.