Clinical Educator

The Nursing Educator collaborates with market nursing leadership and staff across departments to assess, plan, develop, implement, facilitate, evaluate and revise educational programming for all levels of nursing personnel and non-nursing personnel as indicated or requested. The educator acts as a key resource in the orientation and continuing education of nursing staff at Tenet Healthcare. The Nursing Educator implements a comprehensive education program for his/her facility while following and contributing to Tenet educational goals and vision. Educational programs typically include, but are not limited to orientation, continuing education and in-services. Other services may include, but are not limited to process, performance and service-delivery consultation and contributions to the organization through councils, committees and workgroups.

• Supports the educational needs for assigned units/clinics including classroom, clinical experiences and learning technologies.
• Ensures all program/ course revisions meet the Department of Nursing and regulatory expectations and standards. Adheres to national education practice standards and stays abreast of current research into nursing education practice. Programs are executed and revised based on adult learning principles, organizational and learning theory consistent with Tenet endorsed philosophy and direction.
• Implements Tenet comprehensive education programs to meet the orientation and ongoing competency needs and professional development needs of the nursing staff, with specific focus for his/her units/clinics, which supports the Tenet model of professional nursing practice.
• Provides consultation to enhance continuing education, professional development opportunities and mentorship opportunities.
• Assists in development of clinical policies and procedures as requested.
• Performs related duties as required
• Required:
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Nursing Education or related specialty
• Licensure/Certification: Current state licenses and certifications
• Preferred:
• Experience: 3 year nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred