Clinical Nurse Trainer

MKS2 Technologies•New York City, NY

4d•$115,000 - $150,000

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Trainer to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs focused on mental health topics within the Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system. The ideal candidate brings significant expertise in mental health and suicide prevention—especially safety planning interventions—and has direct experience with the unique needs of the veteran population. Familiarity with telehealth service delivery and evidence-based mental health and education strategies is essential. This role provides a unique opportunity to shape how mental health and suicide prevention care is delivered to veterans, empowering VA clinicians and staff through high-impact training and support.

Requirements

Active RN license with substantial experience (3 – 5 years) in mental health and suicide prevention, preferably within the VA system.
Direct experience with safety planning and suicide risk assessment protocols.
Demonstrated ability to develop and facilitate both in-person and telehealth training programs.
Strong communication, presentation, and group facilitation skills.
Experience with adult learning principles and instructional design.
Commitment to trauma-informed, veteran-centered care and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

Training Program Development: Design and develop comprehensive training materials and modules on mental health assessment, suicide prevention, and safety planning, tailored for VA clinicians and staff.
Delivery of Training: Facilitate engaging, effective classroom and virtual (telehealth-based) training sessions for multi-disciplinary VA staff, including nurses, social workers, and providers.
Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as a resource and subject matter expert on current best practices in mental health care, suicide risk mitigation, and telehealth service delivery.
Evaluation and Quality Improvement: Assess training effectiveness through participant feedback, outcome analysis, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with VA leadership, education coordinators, and external agencies to ensure alignment of training initiatives with national standards and VA priorities.