Nursing Educator (RN)

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

About The Position

The Nursing Educator assists with the professional role development of Nursing Department members and implements programs to improve the quality of care delivered. The role supports consistent on-the-job training, prepares site trainers and preceptors to train staff effectively, and consults with nurses to integrate learning into nursing practice. Working with the Operations team, the Nursing Educator helps identify and implement changes to nursing practice, promotes safe and excellent patient care, and recommends improvements to patient care, procedures, equipment, and supplies. Other relevant duties may be assigned.

Requirements

BSN.
BLS certification.
At least 3 years of acute care experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital setting.
Valid New Jersey nursing license.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Strong verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
Patient and compassionate nature.
Ability to work as part of a team alongside physicians and nurses.
Proficiency in computer-based data management programs and information systems.

Responsibilities

Ensure all on-the-job training is consistent with established guidelines.
Ensure site trainers and preceptors have the knowledge, tools, and attitude needed to train staff effectively.
Serve as a formal and informal consultant to support integration of new learning into nursing practice; help nurses identify problems and educational resources and select educational options.
Work with the Operations team to identify changes to nursing practice and facilitate the initiation, adoption, and adaptation of change.
Promote excellence in patient care through self-monitoring and actions that ensure patient safety and well-being; identify existing and potential problems and take effective action.
Maintain awareness of needed improvements in patient care, procedures, equipment, and supplies, and make recommendations.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for team members working 22.5 hours per week or more.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement support, and academic advising.
Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
Backup and on-site childcare.
Well-being rewards.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
Pet, home, auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.