Med/Surg Nurse Educator / Clinical Education Specialist | UPMC Presbyterian
About The Position
UPMC Presbyterian, a Magnet-designated hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center, is looking to hire a full-time Med/Surg Nurse Educator or Clinical Education Specialist to join their exceptional Nursing Education team! Position Overview: Nurse Educators & Clinical Education Specialists at UPMC Presbyterian are unit-based. The hired individual will support the Medicine & Surgical division. In this position, you will serve as a professional registered nurse with the authority, responsibility, and accountability to deliver high-quality nursing education. Your primary focus will be on new staff orientation, continuing education, and providing ongoing support to the nursing team. The role requires strong educational expertise to assess, plan, and execute vital educational programs that align with clinical and patient care needs. Candidates will be considered at the Nurse Educator or Clinical Education Specialist level which carries the following requirements: Nurse Educator: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) BSN waived if MSN obtained in program not conferring BSNs Professional nursing certification is highly preferred 3 years of clinical experience in either medicine or surgical service lines Nursing leadership or teaching/education experience is highly preferred Clinical Education Specialist: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Professional nursing certification is highly preferred 5 years of clinical experience in either medicine or surgical service lines Nursing leadership or teaching/education experience is highly preferred This role primarily operates during weekday daylight shifts, with the flexibility to engage with night and weekend staff as needed to meet the education requirements of the unit. The above statements are intended to reflect the general nature and scope of work performed by individuals in this role. They are not meant to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and working conditions associated with the position. Job title and compensation will be determined based on the candidate's experience.
Requirements
- 3 years of clinical experience required
- MSN or Masters in a related field is required
- DNP is required if holding a Masters in a related field
- BSN is required
- Relevant teaching experience required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- CPR is required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
- Act 34 with renewal
Nice To Haves
- Professional nursing certification is highly preferred
- Nursing leadership or teaching/education experience is highly preferred
- Leadership and project management experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead quality improvement initiatives, utilizing research and evidence-based practices to enhance clinical care and drive positive outcomes.
- Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring staff on best practices, evidence-based practices, and research activities.
- Take on leadership roles in hospital-wide projects, contributing creative solutions to complex challenges and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
- Provide guidance for staff professional development and retention, while also contributing to clinical specialty courses and educational standards.
- Build and maintain strong relationships within the department and across the organization through transparent communication and effective team-building.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
