Nurse Educator (RN)

Position Summary

Nurse Educator at Wake Robin Position Summary: Wake Robin is seeking a Nurse Educator to lead and oversee the professional development and clinical education of Health & Resident Services staff in the Linden Health Center. This role champions a culture of excellence, safety, and compassionate care, and plays a key part in building the knowledge, skills, and confidence of our clinical team. The Nurse Educator collaborates closely with managers and staff to implement evidence-based best practices, ensure regulatory compliance, and support a high-performing, engaged workforce. This position also provides oversight of the Onboarding & Training Coordinator, guiding the orientation process and ensuring ongoing education aligns with Wake Robin’s standards of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate education programs for Health & Resident Services staff, including orientation, ongoing competency assessments, and continuing education.
• Provide education and oversight in key clinical areas, including:
  • Narcotic management and medication safety
  • Falls prevention protocols
  • Skin and wound management
  • Electronic Health Record utilization
  • Clinical policies and procedures
• Develop, maintain, and update orientation schedules, competency checklists, and education materials to ensure staff readiness and regulatory compliance.
• Act as a liaison with LNA course providers and maintain communication with leadership.
• Support medication administration training for Residential Care Assistants.
• Provide clinical expertise, guidance, and mentorship to staff across Health & Resident Services.
• Oversee the daily work of the Onboarding & Training Coordinator to ensure a consistent, well-organized orientation experience and accurate tracking of training and certifications.
• Build strong relationships with staff and providers to foster collaboration and excellence in care delivery.
• Conduct regular clinical observations to assess practice, provide coaching, and identify opportunities for additional training or education.
• Ensure all staff meet training, certification, and competency requirements in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and make recommendations for improvements.
• Support quality initiatives and performance improvement projects to enhance resident outcomes and staff engagement.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current license in Vermont.
• Experience in long-term care, clinical education, or a related healthcare setting strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, educate, and inspire clinical staff in a dynamic environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; collaborative, approachable and professional demeanor.

Schedule

Primary hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday through Thursday, with flexibility to support training needs for evening, night, and weekend staff as required. For candidates seeking additional hours, opportunities are available to work as a Staff Nurse.

Hiring Range

$36.70 – $44.77/hour (Starting salary is determined based on candidate's experience, education, and relevant skills as well as internal equity considerations.)

About Wake Robin

Wake Robin believes in supporting a livable wage for all Vermonters. Wake Robin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Other Important Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company paid short- term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Flexible spending plan
• 403b retirement plan with company match of 50% up to a calendar year maximum of $6,000
• Competitive paid time off
• Continuing education support
• Financial assistance with car maintenance and repairs
• Personal loan assistance to help with emergency and unplanned needs
• Up to $200 fitness reimbursement annually
• Up to $100 reimbursement for vision expenses annually
• Incentives for commuting with your coworkers
• Free, on-site consulting on housing, finances, transportation, daycare, and legal services
• Use of community facilities including hiking trails, library, aquatic and fitness centers
• On-site meals for purchase, made from scratch with local ingredients
• Refer a Friend bonus - up to $1,500 per employee referral