Nurse Educator - Surgical Services

About the role

This role oversees clinical education and competency development for nursing staff in Pre-Op, PACU, Phase II Recovery, and Pre-Anesthesia Testing. Working with leadership, the nurse educator ensures new staff have the resources and knowledge to deliver high-quality care, focusing on Medical/Surgical and Critical Care during evening and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement orientation programs for new nursing staff.
• Conduct skills validation and competency assessments.
• Coordinate and lead competency initiatives for nursing teams.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Active Washington RN license.
• At least three years of acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing (preferred).
• Teaching or educational development experience (preferred).

Skills

• Clinical expertise in Medical/Surgical and Critical Care.
• Educational program development and implementation.
• Collaboration with healthcare teams and leadership.