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Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II - Clinical Education

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CHRISTUS Health

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Eligibility
RN
Shift
Days
Unit
Clinical Education

Posted Sep 5 · Not open to new grads

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Role

Schedule
Days
Term
Permanent
On the floor
Precepting expected
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
2+ years

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Pay

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About this role

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.

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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

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Experience 2 years of clinical experience required Experience in education, preceptorship, or staff development preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifica· from this posting

Requirements

  • 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)
  • 2 years of clinical experience required
  • Experience in education, preceptorship, or staff development preferred

Place

City
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Median rent
$1,463/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$73,482/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
1% below the national average

Santa Fe area index 98.8, where 100 is the national average.

Santa Fe's high-desert clarity draws artists to Canyon Road's adobe galleries; the Railyard District pulses with Meow Wolf and farmers' markets. Green chile smolders through every menu. Cost of living runs about 1% below the national average, and Sangre de Cristo ski slopes frame the historic Plaza.

Map showing the location of Santa Fe, NM
Approximate location in Santa Fe, NM. · © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap· Open the live map

Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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