Clinical Nurse Educator III – ICU

Description

Coordinates and directs nursing educational activities to promote competency across Sutter Health’s nursing teams. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and evaluating learning programs such as orientation, competencies, continuing education, and in-service training. Works closely with hospital leadership to identify educational needs based on department goals, regulatory requirements, healthcare trends, and quality improvement measures. Designs and delivers adult-education–based programs that enhance clinical staff performance and ensure compliance with standards set by DHS, OSHPD, The Joint Commission (TJC), and IMQ.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and deliver ICU-focused nursing educational programs.
• Provide ongoing assessments, evaluations, and competency validations for nursing staff.
• Coordinate new staff orientation and implement unit-specific simulation training.
• Maintain accurate educational and competency records to meet regulatory compliance.
• Facilitate ongoing professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with hospital leaders to align education goals with quality and safety initiatives.
• Serve as subject matter expert in ICU nursing best practices and standards of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (MSN preferred).
• Current RN licensure in California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – Healthcare Provider certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• CCRN – Critical Care Registered Nurse certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of recent relevant experience as a Clinical Nurse Educator.
• At least 1 year of recent experience working in an Intermediate ICU or ICU unit.
• Skilled at applying adult learning principles and educational methodologies.
• Strong interpersonal communication, record management, and organizational skills.

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