Nurse Educator – Perioperative Services (Peri-Op)

Position Overview

Sing on Bonus up to $15,000! United Health Services is seeking a (UHS) Nurse Educator, Perioperative Services (Peri-Op) to support clinical excellence and professional development across our surgical services team.

About the Role

This role is essential in ensuring high-quality patient care through the education, onboarding, and ongoing development of nursing staff. The Nurse Educator provides educational experiences that promote competent nursing practice and high-quality patient outcomes within the perioperative setting. This role facilitates orientation for new nursing employees and supports their successful transition into specialized perioperative roles. The Nurse Educator also partners with clinical leadership to advance staff competency, professional growth, and evidence-based practice.

Essential Functions

• Affirms the general learning needs for nursing personnel related to new employee orientation, regulatory requirements, clinical skill, technical skill, equipment, and professional development.
• Identifies the general purpose and educational objectives for each learning activity.
• Identifies and collaborates with content experts to develop activities to facilitate learners’ achievement of the educational objectives.
• Designs, coordinates, and provides education to meet identified learning needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of all educational activities including content, faculty, learner participation and relevant outcomes.
• Revises ongoing education plans as warranted by evaluation or changes in practice, regulation and/or technology.
• Leads or participates in programs and/or projects assigned to the Nursing Education and Professional Practice Department (i.e., Clinical Ladder Program, NYS Department of Health Plan of Correction, CPR Instructor and Basic Education, Affiliating Schools of Nursing, Clinical Systems projects, Graduate Nurse Mentoring, etc.).
• Affirms the collection and maintenance of relevant records for educational activities and other assigned duties.

Non-Essential Functions

• Serves on councils and/or committees to develop policy and implement change as well as improve nursing practice.
• Advises nursing personnel as an education consultant when requested.
• Participates in nursing research projects when requested.

Education/Experience

• Minimum Required: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing or related field. Three (3) years Nursing Practice experience in a clinical setting.
• PREFERRED: Master’s degree in Nursing or related field. Previous teaching experience.
• License/Certification: Minimum Required: Current New York State Registered Nurse License. CPR within 3 months of hire.
• PREFERRED: Professional nursing certification in Professional Development. Professional certification in another nursing area.

Why You’ll Love Working at UHS

• A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard.
• Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration.
• Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
• Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best.
• Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
• Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
• When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
• Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads.
• We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
• A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.