RN Educator

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking an energetic RN Educator to provide hands-on, bedside education and professional development for nurses in ICU, PCU, and Medical Progressive Oncology. The educator works elbow-to-elbow with staff, coaching and mentoring across experience levels to build knowledge and confidence in delivering high-quality patient care.

The role emphasizes real-time practice, adult learning principles, and collaboration with nursing leadership to create

Qualifications

• Requires 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC license.
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and software applications.
• May require travel within Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Provide unit-based, elbow-to-elbow education to ICU and Medical Progressive Oncology units.
• Coach and mentor nurses across experience levels with real-time guidance.
• Assess learning needs with nursing leadership and develop professional plans.
• Design and evaluate educational programs using adult learning strategies.
• Foster continuous learning, clinical excellence, accountability, and growth.
• Support onboarding, orientation, and competency validation.
• Facilitate experiences that enhance clinical judgment and patient safety.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement best practices.
• Serve as a clinical resource for new evidence and workflows.
• Monitor outcomes and drive program improvement.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Coaching/mentoring

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Registered Nurse license (Indiana or NLC)

CPR certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

IU Health Arnett Hospital | Lafayette, Indiana

Schedule: Two 12-hour shifts per week (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)

Position Summary

IU Health Arnett is seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and highly engaged

Overview

RN Educator – ICU, PCU & Medical Progressive Oncology

IU Health Arnett Hospital | Lafayette, Indiana

Schedule: Two 12-hour shifts per week (10:00 AM - 10:00 PM)

Position Summary

IU Health Arnett is seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and highly engaged Registered Nurse Educator to provide hands-on, bedside ("elbow-to-elbow") education and professional development support for nurses in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Medical Progressive Oncology Unit. This unique role offers a direct opportunity to impact patient care and clinical excellence by partnering with nursing staff in real-time practice environments.

The ideal candidate is passionate about learning, professional growth, and empowering others. They thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting, proactively identify learning opportunities, and are committed to developing nurses through coaching, mentorship, and evidence-based education. Rather than performing tasks for staff, the RN Educator serves as a trusted resource and clinical partner, helping team members build knowledge, strengthen critical thinking skills, and gain confidence in delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct unit-based, "elbow-to-elbow" education and support to nursing staff within the ICU and Medical Progressive Oncology units.
• Coach, mentor, and develop nurses at all experience levels through real-time clinical guidance and evidence-based practice support.
• Assess learning needs and collaborate with nursing leadership to develop targeted professional development plans.
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs utilizing a variety of adult learning strategies.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, clinical excellence, accountability, and professional growth.
• Support onboarding, orientation, competency validation, and ongoing staff development initiatives.
• Facilitate educational experiences that enhance clinical judgment, patient safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, subject matter experts, and departmental leaders to identify educational opportunities and implement best-practice solutions.
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff, supporting the integration of new evidence, technologies, workflows, and organizational initiatives.
• Monitor educational outcomes and evaluate program effectiveness to drive continuous improvement.

What Makes This Role Unique

This position is ideal for an RN who enjoys being highly visible and actively involved in clinical practice. Working side-by-side with frontline nurses during peak patient care hours, the RN Educator plays a pivotal role in developing talent, enhancing patient outcomes, and strengthening team confidence. The schedule allows focused, meaningful engagement with staff while maintaining flexibility through a two-day-per-week commitment.

Qualifications.

• Requires 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires current organizational-specified CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certifications.
• Requires knowledge of adult learning principles, regulatory requirements, and educational program management.
• Requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and software applications. v2
• May require the ability to travel to within state of Indiana.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.