Nurse Educator - Surgical Services

About the Role

This nursing leadership position focuses on developing and maintaining clinical orientation and competency programs for nursing staff across Pre-Op, PACU, Phase II Recovery, and Pre-Anesthesia Testing. The primary responsibility is to ensure new staff have the resources, support, and knowledge to deliver quality care, with an emphasis on Medical/Surgical and Critical Care during evening and night shifts. Additional duties include coordinating house-wide education, skill validation, and competency development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to develop training programs
• Support nursing staff in providing excellent patient-centered care
• Facilitate skill validation and competency assessments
• Contribute to a culture of mutual respect, inclusion, and professional growth
• Join a team committed to whole-person care, professional development, and fostering an inclusive environment where every caregiver's voice matters

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited RN program; active Washington RN license
• Minimum 3 years of acute care nursing experience
• Enrollment in or pursuit of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is required if not already obtained

Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's or Master's Degree
• Preferred: Teaching experience or degree