RN:Nurse Educator

Job Title

Clinical Staff Educator-Surgery

City/State: Hermiston, Oregon

Shift: Day Shift, 07:00:00-19:00:00

Contract Length: 91 weeks

Start Date: 05/07/2026

Job Description:

This position reports to the Clinical Education Department Manager. The Clinical Staff Educator provides education and instruction for staff, focused on clinical staff. This position acts as a resource to all staff regarding healthcare education and training programs. The Clinical Staff Educator introduces technical and theoretical concepts in teaching techniques to staff and others as needed. This position supports the development of education with department managers and clinical nurse coordinators. The Clinical Staff Educator is proficient, or will become proficient, in the use of simulation training using mannequins and simulation software. This position works closely with other members of the Quality Management team to promote continuous improvement throughout the system. The Clinical Staff Educator also works closely with the Quality Management team and department managers across the system to identify educational opportunities. Assists with Quality Department activities as requested.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Accept responsibility for the direction, control, and planning of an activity.
• Make evaluations and decisions based on measurable or certifiable criteria.
• Work independently and complete assignments as scheduled or communicate barriers to timely completion to manager.
• Must be able to prioritize job duties and re-prioritize throughout the day so duties are performed as requested.
• Evaluate programs and participant learning and make appropriate changes as needed.
• Recognize the rights and responsibility of patient confidentiality and handle information appropriately.
• Relate to others in a manner that creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation.
• Communicate effectively in daily activities.
• Convey empathy and compassion in conversation.
• Self-motivated, dependable, neatly groomed, personable, and well-organized.
• Support the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nursing. Experience and national certifications may be considered in place of the bachelor’s degree upon approval of the Vice President of Nursing with a commitment to obtain a bachelor’s degree within 3 years of hire.
• Current Oregon RN license.
• Healthcare Provider (HCP) CPR, CNOR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified.
• Minimum of 5 years hospital nursing experience.
• 3 years of OR experience required.
• Requires computer skills and proficiency in word processing and internet use.