NURSE EDUCATOR -CVICU / ICU

Beebe Healthcare•Lewes, DE

40d

About The Position

Beebe Healthcare is seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Educator to lead the educational and professional development initiatives within our ICU/CT ICU and PCU. This pivotal role operates independently under the direction of the Clinical Professional Development Nurse Manager and Director, as you assess the clinical learning needs of staff and develop evidence‑based education plans. As Beebe proudly announces the launch of its Comprehensive Cardiovascular Institute, this position offers a unique opportunity to help shape and support advanced cardiovascular care education within a growing and innovative health system. You will coordinate and deliver both didactic and clinical orientation and continuing education for nursing staff in the PCU and ICU, support and mentor preceptors, and collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to promote exceptional patient outcomes. With advanced clinical expertise and strong communication skills, you'll ensure our teams remain at the forefront of critical care and cardiovascular nursing practice—empowering them to deliver the highest standard of care to our community.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in emergency nursing, with at least 1 year in a leadership or educational role.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree in Nursing or Education preferred.
Skills: Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; proficiency in electronic health records and educational technologies.
Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Delaware.
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS)
NIH Stroke Scale
Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
Master's degree in Nursing or Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Design & Deliver Comprehensive Orientation
Provide both theoretical and hands‑on clinical orientation to new Intensive Care (ICU) and Progressive Care (PCU) staff to ensure seamless integration into the team.
Preceptor Program Development & Mentorship
Implement and evaluate a robust preceptor development program.
Mentor and support preceptors in fulfilling orientation goals.
Collaborate with the Nurse Manager to select, evaluate, and coach new preceptors.
Ongoing Professional Education
Develop, coordinate, and conduct continuing education—including ACLS, PALS, CCRN, and other certification programs—to ensure high competency levels among staff.
Custom Unit-Based Education Planning
Create and execute targeted education plans tailored to the specific learning needs of assigned clinical areas.
Evidence-Based Practice & Quality Improvement
Ensure nursing practice aligns with the latest evidence-based standards.
Promote discussion and application of best-practice information at multidisciplinary meetings.
Partner with ICU/PCU leadership to identify educational priorities and implement strategies that improve patient care quality and safety.
Collaborative Leadership & Shared Governance
Actively support shared governance principles in daily routines and institutional forums.
Participate in department- and division-level performance improvement plans.
Work alongside Nurse Managers/Directors to identify and resolve continuity-of-care issues.
Multidisciplinary & Community Engagement
Serve as a resource and liaison for other departments and external stakeholders.
Collaborate on house wide programs for preceptor mentorship.
Support unit-based and system-wide RN Residency and support-staff training initiatives.
Performance Feedback & Professional Growth
Demonstrate clinical expertise and provide constructive, respectful, and timely feedback—both verbal and written—regarding clinical and administrative performance.
Safe, Therapeutic Environment
Maintain and model a safe, therapeutic care environment for patients, staff, and self. Communicate responsively, respectfully, and assertively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Educational Leadership Across Care Continuum
Serve as the ICU and PCU's educational leader—design, coordinate, and participate in education programs across the continuum to address specialty staff needs and support professional development.