Clinical Nurse Educator - Inpatient - Critical Care | ER | ICU

Job Description

Job Description

Clinical Educator Practice & Quality – Inpatient Care:
Responsible for improving the knowledge, competency, and professional development of inpatient nursing staff while leading quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes. This role partners closely with nursing leadership, physicians, infection prevention, and quality teams to ensure evidence-based nursing practice, regulatory compliance, and continuous performance improvement throughout the hospital. Must have 3 years of nursing, clinical educator or nursing instructor experience is required.

***Masters degree in nursing may be substituted for 2 years of required experience

Education/Certification:

• BSN required
• MSN, APRN, CNL or Clinical Nurse specialist certification in the specialty preferred
• Current or compact RN licensure for New Jersey
• Valid BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA - trainer preferred)
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office and use of EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems

Scope of Role:

• Developing and teaching educational programs for nurses
• Coordinating orientation and onboarding for new nurses
• Validating annual competencies and clinical skills
• Creating evidence-based education and training materials
• Mentoring bedside nurses and future nurse leaders
• Supporting certification programs and continuing education
• Reviewing quality metrics and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Conducting chart audits and clinical observations
• Investigating practice gaps and helping implement solutions
• Collaborating with department leaders on patient safety initiatives
• Leading committees, projects, and shared governance activities
• 40% Clinical Education
• 30% Quality Improvement & Patient Safety
• 20% Professional Practice Leadership
• 10% Committee Leadership, Research, and Regulatory Support

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Educator, Professional Development Specialist, Nurse Educator, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Nurse Manager looking to move into a hospital-wide education and quality leadership role. Supporting accreditation, regulatory surveys (Joint Commission, Department of Health, OSHA), and Magnet/Pathway to Excellence efforts

About RSC Healthcare

Launched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace.

By leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process. We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including:

Registered Nurses
Physical/Occupational Therapists
Certified Nursing Assistants
Radiology Technicians
All skilled medical and allied health professionals

As a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.

Company Description

About RSC Healthcare\r\n\r\nLaunched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace.\r\n\r\nBy leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process. We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including:\r\n\r\nRegistered Nurses\r\nPhysical/Occupational Therapists\r\nCertified Nursing Assistants\r\nRadiology Technicians\r\nAll skilled medical and allied health professionals\r\n\r\nAs a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.