Surgical Unit Educator & Master Preceptor

University of New Mexico - Hospitals; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

University of New Mexico - Hospitals seeks an experienced nursing educator to function as unit educator and master preceptor, coordinating education and clinical instruction for the Surgical Specialty Unit (4-S). The role involves developing patient care plans, leading staff education, and ensuring adherence to policies.

The educator will facilitate evidenced-based research, supervise CON students on the home unit, and collaborate with clinical leadership to maintain high standards of patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; BSN or MSN preferred.
• Essential: 18 months directly related experience.
• Clinical instructor responsibilities and education leadership are central to the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational initiatives to enhance specialized patient care.
• Serve as unit educator and clinical instructor for CON students.
• Develop and implement care plans incorporating evidence-based standards.
• Coordinate in-service training and staff education on new equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with unit leadership to plan curricula and ensure safety.

Skills

Educational leadership

Clinical instruction

Nursing education

Education

Bachelor's Degree

BSN or MSN

Master's Degree

Job description

University of New Mexico - Hospitals seeks an experienced nursing educator to function as unit educator and master preceptor, coordinating education and clinical instruction for the Surgical Specialty Unit (4-S). The role involves developing patient care plans, leading staff education, and ensuring adherence to policies.

The educator will facilitate evidenced-based research, supervise CON students on the home unit, and collaborate with clinical leadership to maintain high standards of patient