RN Clinical Educator | Interventional Radiology | Cardiac Cath Lab
About the role
Meritus Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Clinical Educator to support their Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab), Interventional Radiology (IR), and Vascular Services.
Responsibilities
Develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate orientation, onboarding, competency validation, and continuing education programs for Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, and Vascular Services staff.
Facilitate new employee orientation, specialty education, annual competencies, and ongoing professional development initiatives.
Collaborate with department leadership to identify educational needs and create targeted learning plans that support strategic and operational goals.
Promote evidence-based practice by integrating current clinical guidelines, regulatory standards, and best practices into educational offerings.
Serve as a clinical expert and mentor for registered nurses, technologists, and ancillary team members, fostering clinical confidence and professional growth.
Support the implementation of new technologies, equipment, procedures, and clinical workflows through education and competency validation.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives by analyzing data, identifying opportunities, and developing educational interventions.
Assist with accreditation and regulatory readiness, ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, state regulations, and professional practice standards.
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, leadership, Infection Prevention, Quality, and other interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care and clinical outcomes.
Maintain documentation of education, competency assessments, certifications, and required regulatory training.
Encourage specialty certification and lifelong learning among staff while promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and engagement.
Requirements
Education - BSN or higher required. MSN required - must be obtained within 5 years if not currently held. Master's in nursing education preferred.
Experience - Minimum of 5 years recent experience in an acute care setting. 3 years in Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology required.
Licensure/Certification - Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Maryland or compact license. BLS required, ACLS required, Specialty certification preferred (or obtained within 1 year of eligibility).
Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Strong interpersonal, communication, and teaching skills;
Knowledge of procedural processes/equipment/supplies, hemodynamics, sedation, and radiation safety;
Has a full spectrum practice of IR and cardiology;
Proficiency in computer systems and clinical documentation tools.
Skills
Knowledge of procedural processes/equipment/supplies, hemodynamics, sedation, and radiation safety;
Has a full spectrum practice of IR and cardiology;
Proficiency in computer systems and clinical documentation tools.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.