Surgical Services Nurse Educator & Mentor

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator for Surgical Services to lead education, mentorship, and staff development. This full-time role supports onboarding, builds educational resources, and promotes evidence-based practice across the surgical nursing team.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN (MSN preferred), an active RN license, and at least 3 years of OR experience with certification due within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Current RN license.
• Previous OR experience required; minimum 3 years clinical practice in area of specialization.
• RN certification in a relevant specialty required within six months of hire.
• Previous education, precepting, or mentoring experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide education and training to Surgical Services nursing staff.
• Lead new hire orientation and onboarding activities.
• Develop and update educational materials and learning resources.
• Mentor and support new graduate nurses and staff members.
• Round on the unit to provide bedside education and clinical support.
• Assist with the implementation of new policies, procedures, and equipment.
• Support go-live initiatives and department education projects.
• Collaborate with nurse leaders and educators across the health system to ensure consistent educational practices.
• Promote evidence-based practice and support quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

Novant Health is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator for Surgical Services to lead education, mentorship, and staff development. This full-time role supports onboarding, builds educational resources, and promotes evidence-based practice across the surgical nursing team.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN (MSN preferred), an active RN license, and at least 3 years of OR experience with certification due within six months of hire.