Registered Nurse Educator (RN) - Acute Care

Role Overview: The Clinical Nurse Professional Development (NPD) Educator collaborates with staff, leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to design, implement, and evaluate educational programs that enhance nursing practice, professional growth, and patient outcomes. They serve as learning facilitators, change agents, mentors, and advocates, promoting evidence-based practice, continuous learning, and role competence in alignment with organizational standards and professional ethics. Key Responsibilities: Assess practice gaps and learning needs, utilizing data to identify trends and prioritize educational initiatives.Develop and execute educational plans incorporating adult learning principles and diverse learner needs.Coordinate and facilitate educational activities, evaluating outcomes to ensure effectiveness and continuous improvement.Collaborate with support departments and serve as a clinical resource across disciplines to promote safe, high-quality patient care.Support performance improvement, research, and evidence-based practice initiatives, fostering innovation and change.Mentor and precept nursing staff and students, ensuring competency and fostering a healthy work environment.Maintain compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements, including certification and licensure. Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, with RN license (single or multi-state Compact).Minimum of 3 years of direct patient care nursing experience.Certifications such as BLS (Instructor preferred); additional certifications like ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required based on specialty.Strong communication, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal skills.Proficiency in technology, critical thinking, and adult learning strategies.Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments, respond to emergencies, and promote lifelong learning. This role emphasizes educational excellence, collaboration, innovation, and leadership to foster a competent and compassionate healthcare workforce.