Nurse Educator-Perioperative

Position Summary

The Nurse Educator for Perioperative Services supports high-quality surgical care by developing, coordinating, and evaluating education and competency programs for perioperative nursing staff and the Surgical Technician Program. This role provides clinical expertise across the Operating Room, GI Lab, PACU, Prep/Recovery, Pre-Admission Testing, and Central Processing, ensuring staff are well prepared to deliver safe, evidence-based care throughout the perioperative continuum. Working collaboratively with clinical leaders and interdisciplinary teams, the Nurse Educator assesses learning needs, supports orientation and onboarding processes, and facilitates ongoing professional development. Through coaching, instruction, and practice improvement initiatives, the position promotes consistent standards, team readiness, and a supportive learning environment that contributes to optimal patient outcomes across surgical services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess perioperative staff learning needs and develop education plans, competency evaluations, and training programs that align with evidence-based practice and regulatory requirements.
• Provide orientation, clinical coaching, and skills validation for new and existing staff across perioperative service areas including the OR, PACU, GI Lab, Prep/Recovery, Pre-Admission Testing, and Central Processing.
• Collaborate with department leadership and interdisciplinary teams to implement practice updates, support workflow improvements, and evaluate educational outcomes.
• Develop and maintain educational materials, simulations, and documentation necessary for staff proficiency and departmental readiness.
• Serve as a clinical resource to perioperative staff, offering guidance and support during procedures, equipment use, and care transitions.
• Foster a professional learning environment that promotes teamwork, continuous improvement, and adherence to Trinity Health’s mission and practice standards.