RN, Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II - Med Education Job at CHRISTUS Health

Description Summary: The Clinical Educator II plays a vital role in advancing clinical excellence through the design, delivery, and evaluation of clinical education and competency development. This role leads and supports onboarding, orientation, and ongoing professional development for clinical staff across diverse specialties. The educator applies adult learning principles, evidence-based practices, and innovative modalities - including simulation, eLearning, and microlearning - to foster a culture of continuous learning and clinical proficiency. The Clinical Educator II collaborates with clinical teams to ensure education initiatives meet regulatory standards, support safe patient care, and align with organizational goals. Serves as a subject matter expert and mentor to Clinical Educator I and other staff. Participates in and supports the strategic planning and quality improvement efforts of the education team. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Conducts learning needs assessments to identify gaps in clinical knowledge, skills, and practice. Designs, develops, and leads education programs using contemporary teaching strategies and technologies. Facilitates onboarding and orientation for new clinical staff, ensuring smooth integration into practice environments. Coordinates and validate clinical competencies for new hires and existing staff, including annual skills assessments and regulatory requirements. Integrates simulation-based learning, case-based scenarios, and hands-on training to enhance clinical decision-making and critical thinking. Serves as a resource and mentor for preceptors, supporting their development and effectiveness in staff training. Promotes evidence-based practice and support staff in translating research into clinical application. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support interprofessional education and shared learning experiences. Maintains documentation of educational activities, competency validations, and outcomes for compliance and quality improvement. Participates in committees and initiatives focused on clinical education, safety, and performance improvement. Evaluates program effectiveness and implements improvements. Serves as a resource for evidence-based practice and clinical standards. Responsible for other related duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; current enrollment considered with an expectation of completion within a defined timeframe Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, and technology-enhanced learning tools (simulation, LMS, eLearning platforms) Experience 2 years of clinical experience required Experience in education, preceptorship, or staff development preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN licensure in the state of employment or compact required ANCC Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC) preferred BLS required within 30 days of hire In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time

In Summary: The Clinical Educator II leads and supports onboarding, orientation, and ongoing professional development for clinical staff across diverse specialties . The educator applies adult learning principles, evidence-based practices, and innovative modalities - including simulation, eLearning, and microlearning - to foster a culture of continuous learning .

En Español: Descripción Resumen: El educador clínico II desempeña un papel vital en el avance de la excelencia clínica a través del diseño, entrega y evaluación de la educación y desarrollo de competencias clínicas. Este rol lidera y apoya la incorporación, orientación y desarrollo profesional continuo para el personal clínico en diversas especialidades. Aplica principios de aprendizaje adulto, prácticas basadas en evidencia y modalidades innovadoras -incluidas simulaciones, eLearning y microaprendizaje- para fomentar una cultura de aprendizajes continuos y competencia clínica. Coordina y valida las competencias clínicas para los nuevos empleados y el personal existente, incluidas las evaluaciones anuales de habilidades y requisitos regulatorios. Integra aprendizaje basado en simulación, escenarios basados en casos y capacitación práctica para mejorar la toma de decisiones clínicas y pensamiento crítico. Sirve como un recurso y mentor para los preceptores, apoyando su desarrollo y eficacia en la formación del personal. Promueve prácticas basadas en evidencia y apoya al personal en la traducción de la investigación a una aplicación clínica. Colabora con equipos interdisciplinarios para respaldar la educación interprofesional y experiencias compartidas de aprendizaje. Manten documentación de actividades educativas, validaciones de competencias y resultados de cumplimiento y mejora de calidad. Participa en comités e iniciativas enfocados en la educación clínica, seguridad y mejoría del rendimiento. Evalúa estándares de eficiencia y mejoras de desempeño. Implementa programas relacionados con la práctica basada en pruebas como un programa de efectividad e implementa funciones relacionadas con otras tareas clínicas. Requisitos de trabajo: Licenciatura en Ciencias de la Enfermería (BSN) requerida; inscripción actual considerada con una expectativa de finalización dentro de un plazo definido Conocimiento de los principios del aprendizaje adulto, diseño instructivo y herramientas de aprendizaje mejoradas por tecnología (simulación, LMS, plataformas eLearning) Experiencia 2 años de experiencia clínica requerida Experiencia en educación, preceptoría o desarrollo de personal.