Instructor - RN

About the Role

This position serves as a unit educator, master teacher, and preceptor, facilitating evidence-based research and integrating nursing processes into patient care plans for diverse age groups. The role involves providing educational leadership, developing clinical skills through a master clinician/preceptor model, and maintaining clinical proficiency by instructing students and assisting with staffing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement educational strategies to enhance specialized patient care
• Develop and coordinate patient care plans based on current research and standards
• Serve as a clinical resource and consult with multidisciplinary teams
• Educate staff on new equipment and procedures, and coordinate in-service training
• Assist patients and caregivers with education, problem-solving, and health management
• Deliver direct patient care, including medication administration and care coordination
• Monitor educational outcomes, quality standards, and patient safety
• Participate in ongoing professional development and ensure adherence to safety policies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (BSN or MSN) required; Master’s preferred
• Minimum 18 months of relevant experience
• Valid RN licensure and CPR certification
• Instructor certifications in required clinical competencies within 90 days
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in potentially hazardous environments

Skills

• Strong teaching abilities
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Patient safety focus