OR Nurse Educator

Curry Health Network•Gold Beach, OR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Services Nurse Educator is responsible for supporting clinical education and professional development for perioperative staff while maintaining active participation in direct patient care within the operating room. This role serves as a clinical expert, educator, mentor, and preceptor, supporting staff onboarding, competency validation, and ongoing skill development to promote safe, high-quality patient care across Curry Health Network surgical services. The Nurse Educator collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team and participates in regular operating room assignments and on-call rotation as needed to support departmental operations.

Requirements

Current Unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse Licensure is required.
Current BLS, ACLS, PALS.
Minimum of 5 years experience in perioperative setting required.
Demonstrated competency in OR circulation is required.
Computer skills are required, specifically using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); prior use of an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documenting in patient records is preferred.
Excellent communication skills, clinical judgment, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
A demonstrated ability to work well in high pressure situations is required.
Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.

Nice To Haves

BSN Strongly Preferred.
TNCC (Emergency Nurse Association) or NRP (American Heart Association) and STABLE certifications are preferred.
Experience as an educator is preferred

Responsibilities

Perioperative Clinical Practice : Provides direct and indirect patient care across the perioperative continuum including pre-anesthesia screening, pre-operative preparation, intra-operative circulating, post-operative monitoring, and discharge planning.
Performs patient assessments using appropriate screening tools and clinical judgment to identify patient needs and develop nursing diagnoses.
Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized care plans and coordinates interventions, referrals, and patient education.
Performs nursing interventions in accordance with evidence-based practice, established protocols, and standards of care while maintaining knowledge of medications, indications, interactions, and contraindications relevant to the patient’s clinical condition.
Communicates effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, pharmacists, case management, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated patient care and optimal outcomes.
Staff Education and Orientation : Designs, implements, and evaluates orientation programs for new perioperative staff, including graduate nurses and nurses transitioning into the operating room environment.
Coordinates and facilitates orientation for contracted and travel staff to ensure understanding of Curry Health Network policies, procedures, culture, and expectations.
Serves as a clinical mentor and preceptor for perioperative nurses and surgical services staff, providing guidance, coaching, and support to promote clinical competency and successful integration into the department.
Competency and Professional Development : Develops, schedules, and delivers continuing education opportunities including in-services, skills labs, and educational programs based on departmental needs, regulatory requirements, and quality improvement initiatives.
Conducts initial and annual competency assessments for perioperative staff, including skills validation and documentation of competency.
Maintains and updates educational materials, training resources, and clinical guidelines to support ongoing staff development and adherence to current standards of practice.
Compliance and Department Support : Maintains familiarity with and supports compliance with Curry Health Network policies, procedures, and clinical protocols while ensuring care and documentation meet regulatory and professional standards.
Supports departmental quality improvement initiatives and promotes evidence-based practice within surgical services.
Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and organizational goals in alignment with Curry Health Network’s Mission, Vision, and Shared Values.