Clinical Educator

Clinical Educator (RN, LPC, or LCSW)

At Nexus Children's Hospital – Houston, we specialize in providing inpatient care for children and adolescents with complex medical, behavioral, developmental, and neurobehavioral needs. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while helping every child reach their highest potential.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Educator to join our team. This role is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering education that supports clinical excellence across our interdisciplinary workforce. Whether your background is nursing, social work, or professional counseling, you'll play a vital role in onboarding new team members, strengthening clinical competencies, supporting regulatory readiness, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

If you're passionate about mentoring clinicians, improving patient outcomes, and helping teams grow, we'd love to meet you.

Position Summary

The Clinical Educator is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that enhance the clinical knowledge, skills, and competencies of staff throughout the hospital. This individual serves as a trusted educator, mentor, and clinical resource for employees across multiple disciplines, supporting excellence in pediatric behavioral health and complex medical care.

The Clinical Educator also serves as the lead facilitator for clinical onboarding and orientation, ensuring new employees receive a comprehensive introduction to clinical practices, safety standards, documentation expectations, and the Nexus culture.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Education & Staff Development

• Assess learning needs through competency evaluations, quality metrics, and regulatory requirements.
• Design, develop, and deliver evidence-based educational programs that support clinical excellence and organizational goals.
• Facilitate instructor-led training, workshops, simulations, and competency validation activities.
• Adapt educational content to meet diverse learning styles and professional disciplines.
• Document educational activities, competencies, and outcomes.

New Employee Onboarding & Orientation

• Lead clinical orientation and onboarding for newly hired staff.
• Coordinate structured orientation plans in collaboration with department leaders and Human Resources.
• Provide mentorship and guidance during the onboarding process.
• Support employee engagement, confidence, and long-term retention.

Clinical Coaching & Mentorship

• Serve as an ongoing clinical resource for staff.
• Provide coaching related to best practices, patient safety, behavioral interventions, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Assist leaders in identifying opportunities for staff development and performance improvement.

Competency & Regulatory Compliance

• Coordinate annual competencies and required clinical education.
• Ensure educational programming supports regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Assist departments in maintaining survey readiness through education and competency management.

Quality Improvement & Evidence-Based Practice

• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs using competency data, employee feedback, and quality outcomes.
• Utilize findings to improve educational offerings and clinical performance.
• Promote evidence-based practices that improve patient care and organizational outcomes.

Collaboration

• Partner with physicians, nurses, therapists, behavioral health professionals, leadership, and Human Resources to support interdisciplinary education initiatives.
• Participate in committees, quality initiatives, and organizational projects that advance clinical excellence.

Professional Development

• Encourage lifelong learning and professional growth among staff.
• Support continuing education, specialty certifications, and leadership development opportunities.

Qualifications

Education

One of the following is required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Master's degree in Counseling or a related behavioral health field

Master's degree preferred for nursing candidates.

Licensure

One of the following active Texas licenses is required:

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a healthcare or behavioral health setting required.
• Previous experience in staff education, training, clinical supervision, or professional development preferred.
• Experience working with pediatric behavioral health, neurodevelopmental disorders, or complex medical populations is highly preferred.

Certifications

• BLS required (or obtained within established timeframe if applicable to discipline)
• Behavioral management/de-escalation certification required per facility standards
• Additional discipline-specific certifications are a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, coaching, and communication skills.
• Ability to develop engaging educational programs and competency assessments.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards within healthcare.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology preferred.

Why Join Nexus Children's Hospital – Houston?

• Specialized pediatric behavioral health and medical environment
• Collaborative interdisciplinary culture
• Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
• Meaningful work supporting children, adolescents, and families
• Commitment to innovation, education, and clinical excellence

At Nexus Children's Hospital – Houston, education is more than training—it's an investment in our people and the children we serve. Join a team where your knowledge, mentorship, and passion for learning will have a lasting impact on patients, families, and fellow clinicians.