Clinical Nurse Educator | Nursing Excellence & Professional Development Mentorship | Evidence-Based Practice | Advancing Exceptional Patient Care
Make a lasting impact beyond the bedside by helping shape the next generation of nurses. As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you will lead educational initiatives, mentor clinical staff, and promote evidence-based practice to ensure exceptional patient outcomes. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced acute care RN who is passionate about teaching, developing others, and driving quality improvement throughout a collaborative hospital environment.
Clinical Magnet, a division of ICON Medical Network, is looking for an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Educator to join our partner's full-time team in Morrisville, Vermont. This position plays a vital role within Nursing Leadership by developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that strengthen clinical competency, improve patient care, and support professional growth across the organization.
This is a DIRECT HIRE opportunity!
Why Choose This Opportunity
- Competitive compensation starting at $34-$38/hour (higher based on experience)
- Opportunity to influence nursing practice across an entire acute care hospital
- Collaborative Nursing Leadership team focused on education and quality improvement
- Supportive environment that values professional development and specialty certification
- Full-Time opportunity with Part-Time options available
- Beautiful Vermont location offering an exceptional quality of life
Clinical Nurse Educator Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, deliver, and evaluate nursing education and staff development programs.
- Serve as a clinical resource, mentor, and educator for RNs, LPNs, LNAs, Patient Care Assistants, and other clinical staff.
- Provide bedside coaching and just-in-time education to support quality patient care.
- Coordinate and facilitate orientation programs for nursing staff and support personnel.
- Promote evidence-based practice, critical thinking, and clinical excellence throughout the organization.
- Collaborate with nursing leadership on competency assessments, quality improvement initiatives, nursing audits, and special projects.
- Develop and present educational classes, in-services, learning labs, and clinical training programs.
- Partner with Infection Prevention and Informatics teams to provide education on PPE, documentation, workflow, and best practices.
- Serve as a clinical expert for complex nursing procedures and assist with implementation of new equipment and clinical processes.
- Encourage professional growth, leadership development, and specialty certification among nursing staff.
- Maintain current clinical expertise while supporting excellence in patient care across multiple acute care departments.
Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Nursing required.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Active Vermont RN license in good standing.
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
- Previous acute care hospital nursing experience required.
- Experience in Medical-Surgical, Progressive Care, Emergency Department, or Perioperative nursing preferred.
- Previous Clinical Nurse Educator experience preferred.
- Excellent communication, leadership, presentation, and organizational skills.
- Passion for mentoring clinical staff and improving patient outcomes through education.
Compensation & Benefits
- $34-$38/hour starting pay (higher compensation available based on experience)
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Continuing education and professional development support
- Collaborative leadership team and opportunities for career growth
Apply Today
If you're an experienced acute care RN who enjoys mentoring others, promoting clinical excellence, and making a lasting impact through education, we'd love to connect with you. Join a collaborative healthcare team where your expertise will help strengthen nursing practice and improve patient outcomes every day.
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Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
