Director of Nursing Education

City of Hope • Newnan, GA

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About The Position

The Director provides strategic leadership for nursing and clinical practice across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, supporting high-quality patient care and improved clinical outcomes. In partnership with the Chief Nursing Officer, the role advances professional and interprofessional practice, staff development, evidence-based care, and operational excellence. The Director serves as a change agent, building partnerships across clinical teams, academic institutions, and professional organizations while promoting continuous improvement, technology adoption, lifelong learning, and transformational leadership aligned with City of Hope’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Requirements

• Licensed as a professional registered nurse in Georgia.
• Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) required.
• Five to seven years of clinical experience.
• Four to five years of progressive leadership experience with a focus on clinical operations.
• Experience with professional nursing standards, leadership, professional development, and nursing education.
• Certification from a professional nursing organization required.
• Very strong background in hematology.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate preferred.
• Magnet® experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Magnet Recognition Program, including readiness assessment, improvement strategies, redesignation, site visits, and RN research.
• Serve as liaison to the ANCC Magnet Program Office and promote Magnet principles throughout the organization.
• Support nursing strategic goals, patient satisfaction initiatives, and Shared Governance/Shared Decision-Making.
• Provide education, guidance, and mentoring to nurses participating in councils, committees, and shared governance.
• Identify gaps in nursing practice and partner with operational leaders on evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
• Oversee Magnet budgeting and support integration of ANA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
• Lead nursing and clinical education programs, including oversight of nurse educators and system-wide educational initiatives.
• Oversee nursing policy management and support professional development, career advancement, and national certification.
• Provide oversight for New Graduate Residency, Nursing Fellowship, Clinical Ladder, and Professional Certification programs.
• Support educational and research opportunities for students, residents, fellows, faculty, and clinical staff.
• Develop innovative nursing practice, education, recognition, recruitment, and retention strategies.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve patient experience, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.
• Use data and workflow improvements to drive accountability and sustained performance.
• Lead patient experience meetings, support leadership rounding, and mentor leaders across clinical disciplines.
• Partner with enterprise and clinical leaders on education, improvement projects, and patient experience initiatives.

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

What This Job Offers

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