RN Educator

Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Staff development focus

Job summary

Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center in Erie, Pennsylvania, is seeking an RN Educator to lead orientation, onboarding, and ongoing education for nursing staff. You will partner with the DON/ADON and department leaders to elevate resident care through coaching and competency development.

The role focuses on hands-on training, policy compliance, and driving continuous learning across shifts. A true passion for teaching and staff development is essential for success in this facility.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Pennsylvania.
• Experience in skilled nursing/long-term care preferred.
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and staff development.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and with teams.
• Organized, energetic, and resident-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Lead orientation and onboarding for new clinical staff.
• Provide ongoing education, skills check-offs, and competency evaluations.
• Support CNAs, LPNs, and RNs with hands-on coaching and real-time training.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and best-practice implementation.
• Maintain compliance with state/federal regulations and facility policies.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs and develop solutions.
• Promote a positive, supportive learning environment across all shifts.

Skills

Teaching/mentoring

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center -

RN Educator

Job Summary:

Join our dynamic team at Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center in Erie, Pennsylvania! We are seeking a talented and dedicated RN Educator to support clinical excellence throughout our skilled nursing facility. As an RN Educator, you will lead orientation and onboarding for new clinical staff, provide ongoing education and skills training, and assist with quality improvement initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Registered Nurse who loves teaching, coaching, and elevating staff performance.

About the Role:

As an RN Educator at Nightingale Nursing and Rehab Center, you will be responsible for providing education, skills training, onboarding, and ongoing competency development for nursing staff. You will work closely with the Director of Nursing (DON), Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), and department leaders to ensure staff are confident, prepared, and delivering high-quality resident care.

Responsibilities:

• Lead orientation and onboarding for new clinical staff
• Provide ongoing education, skills check-offs, and competency evaluations
• Support CNAs, LPNs, and RNs with hands-on coaching and real-time training
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives and best-practice implementation
• Maintain compliance with state/federal regulations and facility policies
• Collaborate with leadership to identify training needs and develop solutions
• Promote a positive, supportive learning environment across all shifts

What We’re Looking For:

• Active RN license in Pennsylvania
• Prior experience in skilled nursing/long-term care strongly preferred
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing staff
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Organized, energetic, and committed to resident-centered care

Why Nightingale:

• Supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to shape staff development and facility culture
• Competitive pay and benefits
• A mission-driven environment focused on quality care and teamwork