Nurse Educator

About This Role

This nursing educator role involves providing high-quality instruction and clinical education to LPN/PN and RN students. The instructor creates a supportive learning environment, evaluates student performance, and guides students in developing the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors necessary for success in nursing. It suits an experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for education and strong clinical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom, laboratory, simulation, and/or clinical instruction to LPN/PN and RN nursing students, as assigned
• Provide clinical instruction at long-term care, sub-acute, and acute clinical sites
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment that fosters students' academic growth and professional development
• Deliver effective instruction appropriate to the educational level and needs of LPN/PN and RN students
• Supervise students in the clinical environment and promote safe, professional nursing practice
• Evaluate student performance and clinical competence based on program philosophy, objectives, policies, and established standards
• Implement appropriate evaluation methods to measure student learning, progress, and competency
• Prepare accurate and timely student progress reports and grade reports
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance records
• Provide students with appropriate guidance, feedback, and support to promote successful learning outcomes
• Maintain current knowledge and expertise within the nursing specialty and clinical practice environment
• Attend faculty meetings, training sessions, and other required academic or campus meetings
• Maintain professional qualifications through continuing education, in-service training, and academic coursework as appropriate
• Collaborate effectively with faculty, administration, clinical partners, and other members of the academic community
• Maintain professional standards and contribute to a positive learning environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director, Program Dean, or Campus Administration

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or higher nursing degree
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state
• Minimum of 3 years of recent professional Registered Nurse experience
• Clinical experience relevant to the nursing courses and clinical experiences being taught
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in a nursing specialty that contributes to student learning
• Strong commitment to nursing education and student success
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, clinical partners, and colleagues