Clinical Educator - Correctional Health Services

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Salt Lake City, UT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior RN - Clinical Educator will work collaboratively with CHS administrative and clinical leadership to plan, develop, implement and and evaluate a comprehensive education program for clinical staff members in Correctional Health Services. An offer of employment will be contingent on the applicant successfully passing a DHHS background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

Requirements

• Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Utah. License must be active and in good standing.
• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• A minimum of 2-3 years of direct clinical nursing is required.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards including the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC).
• A strong knowledge of evidence-based community standards in medical and psychiatric nursing.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills including written and oral presentation skills.
• The ability and willingness to work weekends and nights to provide education and training to staff working outside of regular business hours.

Nice To Haves

• Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• 12 months of experience in correctional healthcare, acute care hospital experience and prehospital EMS experience is preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing is preferred.
• BLS, ACLS certified. TNCC certification and ACLS instructor preferred.
• CCHP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Developing training materials in a variety of mediums including in-person, online and video platforms.
• The provision of training to clinical staff via classroom, online and in-person sessions.
• Developing and executing onboarding and orientation training.
• Monitoring the licenses and certifications of clinical staff members. Coordinating BLS, ACLS and other certification courses as requested.
• Assessing the effectiveness of educational programs and individual staff competencies.
• A strong working knowledge of the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards.
• Working with CHS Directors and leadership to align education with organizational goals and identified clinical needs.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior