RN Education Coordinator, Surgical Services - Day Shift

Mercyhealth; Rockford (IL); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking an RN Education Coordinator for Surgical Services to lead design, implementation, and evaluation of perioperative nursing education. This role supports onboarding, validates competencies, and fosters ongoing professional growth within the surgical services department.

The position is day shift, Monday–Friday, with focus on evidence-based practice and certification advancement across units. A BSN is required; MSN preferred, with RN licensure and BLS on file.

Qualifications

• ADN or BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Two or more years RN experience, or one+ year in area of specialty.
• Licensed as an RN in state of practice; BLS within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate perioperative nursing education.
• Lead onboarding for new staff and mentor new grads.
• Coordinate education with EMR content and unit leaders.
• Schedule and deliver unit-based and online education programs.
• Support certification and clinical ladder advancement.

Skills

Educational program design

Onboarding

Mentoring

Needs assessment

Instructional methods

Vendor training coordination

Evidence-based practice

Continuing education

Education

ADN or BSN from an accredited BSN Completion Program

MSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

## RN Education Coordinator, Surgical Services - Day ShiftApply: Javon Bea Hospital - Rockford, IL: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: 2026-00502## **OVERVIEW**The Operating Room RN Education Coordinator leads the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational initiatives for perioperative nursing staff. This role promotes clinical excellence by supporting new staff onboarding, validating competencies, and fostering continuous professional growth within the surgical services department.**Shift:** Day Shift Hours**Schedule:** Monday to Friday**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Serves as primary educator for new staff in their entity and coordinates with each unit preceptor* Participates in education as appropriate for the Electronic Medical Record, especially as it relates to clinical content* Is a mentor for new employees and new graduate nurses by supporting the new employee through programs such as the new grad support group and the preceptor group.* Conducts periodic educational needs assessments and develops educational programs based on the identified needs.* Identifies clinical learning needs through use of a variety of methods including observation, staff meetings, occurrences, unit-based data and partner input* In collaboration with unit leadership, creates an annual calendar of planned educational offerings and updates throughout the year* Enhances partner growth through promoting clinical ladder level advancement and attainment of national certification.* Assists partners in portfolio development and in attaining education required to achieve national specialty certification* Participates in unit-based meetings including Nurse Practice Council, Professional Development Council and routine staff meetings, sharing upcoming learning opportunities along with identified needs within the department* Implements innovative instructional methods for use in meeting the educational needs of all nursing department personnel.* Coordinates outside consultants and trainers who conduct training on specific topics (i.e. vendors whose new products have been selected for use within the hospital).* Maintains class evaluations of instructors, consultants, and trainers.* Assists directors and clinical nurse specialists in maintaining unit bulletin boards.* Obtains CEU's for programs as appropriate* Collaborates with others in order to provide monthly newsletters* Facilitates Evidence Based Practice initiatives by providing resources and direction to nurses and dissemination of other entity research and best practice initiatives.* Assists in coordinating education as requested to all components of the health system (i.e. Harvard, Walworth, clinics).* Participates as a member of the Education Team for house wide education and dissemination of information.* Collaborates with Clinical Nurse Specialists and system education coordinators in coordinating annual nursing documentation and skills fair.* Plans and hosts unit-based skills validations as appropriate to the department* Coordinates and participates in teaching programs as appropriate for areas of expertise such as EKG Class, CCRN review, monthly nursing education classes.* Participates in writing and updating policies/procedures as appropriate* Maintains records for mandatory certifications of staff as appropriate for their units**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*** ADN or BSN from an accredited BSN Completion Program required.* MSN preferred.* Two or more years RN experience, or one or more years RN experience in area of specialty.**CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE*** Licensed as an RN in state of practice* Approved BLS certification required within 90 days* Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP**PAY RANGE:**$73,107.50 - $109,661.26Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities