Director Clinical Education RN

Calling All Esteemed Leaders! Are you a visionary in nursing with a passion for clinical excellence? Do you excel at developing educational programs and enhancing the quality of patient care? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! The Role As the Director of Nursing Education, you will spearhead the development and implementation of clinical education programs. Located at St. Mary Medical Center, you will collaborate with the leadership team to plan and execute educational strategies that align with our Nursing Strategic Plan. You will be pivotal in driving nursing excellence and fostering collaboration with the academic community. Your practice will adhere to The Joint Commission standards, State and Federal regulatory criteria, and professional practice standards. What You’ll Do Operational Innovator : Bring to life our Professional Practice Model through the enhancement and implementation of patient care practices, including clinical pathways, policies, procedures, standards, and data collection. Evidence-Based Advocate : Lead the dissemination of scientific findings that impact clinical outcomes and support evidence-based practices for continuous quality improvement. Educational Architect : Conduct needs assessments and develop formal and informal education programs that address the age-related needs of our patient populations. Excellence Enabler : Oversee the Nursing Center of Excellence components like Shared Governance, Clinical Ladder, and Clinical Advancement Programs to ensure top-tier care delivery. Resource Manager : Manage departmental resources, staffing, budget, quality, and performance to improve clinical practice and reduce costs. Collaborative Leader : Foster a culture of collaboration among stakeholders and elevate issues to governance committees and executive teams as needed. What You’ll Bring Educational Background : A Master's Degree in Nursing; a Ph.D. is preferred. Experience : 5 years in nursing and 3 years in a hospital setting, with a preference for experience in adult learning program development. Licensure : California Registered Nurse License upon hire. Clinical Skills : Advanced clinical nursing skills, theoretical knowledge, and a scientific approach to patient outcome analysis. Communication Mastery : Exceptional oral and written communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and proficiency in computer skills for presenting findings. Regulatory Knowledge : Expertise in regulatory requirements to integrate into patient care delivery systems. Interpersonal Savvy : Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and administrators. Why Join Us? Impactful Contribution : Be part of an organization dedicated to transforming nursing practice and enhancing patient care. Professional Growth : Unleash your potential with opportunities to innovate and lead in a supportive environment. Collaborative Culture : Work with a team of talented professionals who share your passion for nursing excellence. Dynamic Environment : Thrive in a fast-paced setting where your expertise will drive meaningful change. Vibrant Location : Enjoy all the offerings of our lively city, from cultural richness to natural beauty. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in‑class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100‑year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. About The Team The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond. Our award‑winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not‑for‑profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading‑edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement. #J-18808-Ljbffr