Clinical Practice Educator Perioperative

Valleywise Health • Phoenix, AZ

14h

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Manager of Professional Practice, the Clinical Practice Educator (CPE) facilitates employee education to improve patient care outcomes. The role includes onboarding and orientation, competence assessment, identifying continuing education needs, and developing programs that support professional growth. The CPE also leads or participates in inter-professional research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement projects. The educator works collaboratively with leadership while independently managing assignments and seeking assistance when needed, and facilitates positive environments for clinical learning and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Nursing.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible RN clinical practice or clinical instructor/educator experience demonstrating a strong understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Current, valid Arizona RN license, temporary Arizona RN license, or valid compact RN licensure for the current state of practice, in good standing with the issuing Board of Nursing.
• BLS issued by the American Heart Association.
• BLS Instructor certification within six months of hire.
• ACLS provider certification within six months of hire.
• ACLS Instructor certification within 12 months of hire.
• PALS provider certification within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to lead others, work autonomously and in groups, and remain highly motivated.
• Flexibility to adjust the schedule to meet organizational needs and manage time and stress effectively.
• Effective problem-solving, prioritization, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to remain calm and customer-focused during stressful situations.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, Electronic Health Records, and learning management systems.
• Ability to lead groups toward improvement outcomes and handle multiple complex projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to serve as a role model for professional behavior and critical thinking.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• ATCN or TNCC certification.
• Professional nursing certification, such as Nurse Professional Development or a clinical-area-specific certification (CEN).
• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate employee education to improve patient care outcomes.
• Support employee onboarding and orientation.
• Assess employee competence and identify continuing education needs.
• Develop programs that support professional growth.
• Lead or participate in inter-professional research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement projects.
• Collaborate with leadership and independently manage assignments, seeking assistance when needed.
• Facilitate positive environments for clinical learning and professional development.

What This Job Offers

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