Nurse Educator, Behavioral Health

Sutter Health•Berkeley, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Educator coordinates and performs educational activities that promote the competency and development of Sutter Health nursing staff. Activities include orientation, competency validation, in-service education, and continuing education. The role assesses, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates nursing education programs in response to healthcare demands and trends, learning needs, department goals, quality improvement measures, risk management, regulatory changes, and compliance criteria. The Nurse Educator designs courses, simulations, and programs using adult education principles and learning styles; directs nursing orientation education; conducts competency assessments; facilitates ongoing development; and establishes courses and programs based on annual needs assessments and educational compliance requirements. The role delivers education that validates, develops, maintains, and enhances nursing staff knowledge and skills, and maintains education and competency records in accordance with hospital, DHS, OSHPD, TJC, and IMQ standards. The position is at Sutter Health’s Alta Bates Herrick Campus. It has a varied shift and schedule, with variable days and weekend work as needed. It is a regular, exempt position with 40 weekly hours. The posted annual pay range is $197,828.80 to $276,952.00. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
California Registered Nurse (RN) license or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) credential.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Five years of recent relevant experience.
Broad knowledge of clinical nursing, current trends, safety precaution policies, equipment, EHR management software, accrediting agency standards, and local, state, and federal regulations.
Working understanding of adult teaching and learning theories and program assessment, design, promotion, marketing, implementation, and evaluation processes.
General knowledge of scope of practice, evidence-based practices, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the Patients’ Bill of Rights.
Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
Solid written and public speaking skills, including the ability to clearly and professionally explain medical, technical, or sensitive information to diverse audiences.
Intermediate knowledge of word processing, presentation, and email software, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook.
Working understanding of Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe Captivate, HealthStream, and Epic, and aptitude for learning new programs.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; prioritize and delegate assignments under varied and urgent conditions; meet deadlines; and solve complex problems using information from multiple sources.
Ability to develop collaborative relationships with clinical and support staff, other departments, management, Sutter Health clinical nurse educators, college staff, regional CPR training program coordinators, and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and perform educational activities for nursing staff, including orientation, competency validation, in-service education, and continuing education.
Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate nursing education programs in response to healthcare demands, trends, learning needs, department goals, quality improvement measures, risk management, regulatory changes, and compliance criteria.
Design educational offerings such as courses, simulations, and programs using adult education principles and learning styles.
Direct nursing orientation education, conduct competency assessments, facilitate ongoing development, and establish courses and programs based on annual needs assessments and educational compliance requirements.
Deliver education that validates, develops, maintains, and enhances nursing staff knowledge and skills.
Maintain education and competency records in compliance with hospital, DHS, OSHPD, TJC, and IMQ standards.
Protect each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).
Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external groups to coordinate educational needs and ensure compliance.