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RN - Educator

Elderwood

Lancaster, New York

$105k/yr

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RNNurse EducatorLong-term Care

Last seen active Aug 5, 2026

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Salary: up to $105,000 / Year

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Salary: up to $105,000 / Year Overview: RN Educator - Elderwood Shape Clinical Excellence. Inspire the Next Generation of Nurses. At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People - and our RN Educators are at the heart of that promise. If you are a Registered Nurse who is passionate about education, mentorship, and elevating clinical practice, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact across an entire care community. Elderwood is seeking an RN Educator to lead orientation, education, and ongoing competency development for our nursing and clinical teams - ensuring excellence, compliance, and confidence at every level of care. Your Impact as an RN Educator, In this highly visible and influential role, you will: Design, implement, and evaluate orientation, compliance, and continuing education programs for facility staff Serve as a clinical mentor and resource to new nurses, Nurse Preceptors, and leadership teams Lead and coordinate General Orientation, department-based onboarding, and licensed nurse orientation programs Ensure staff remain current with evolving clinical standards, policies, and best practices Foster a culture of learning, accountability, and clinical excellence This role also serves as the primary Instructor for the Nursing Assistant Training Program (NATP) Key Responsibilities; As RN Educator, you will: Act as a clinical “super user” for the EMR and serve as a go-to resource for staff Schedule, teach, and lead BLS and IV certification programs Perform staff vaccinations, health screenings, and assigned medical testing Collaborate with Unit Managers, Nurse Consultants, and Preceptors to support annual clinical competency testing Coordinate and deliver mandatory corporate in-service education Track, document, and report education compliance using the Learning Management System (LMS) Plan and deliver CNA and Support Aide orientation programs Ensure Nursing Assistants complete required in-service education hours Prepare monthly education calendars and reports Coordinate emergency preparedness drills (fire, disaster, Code Blue) and maintain documentation Lead and participate in facility staff meetings and in-service education sessions Why Join Elderwood? Meaningful leadership role with facility-wide impact Opportunity to shape clinical practice and professional development Collaborative, mission-driven culture A chance to lead, mentor, and leave a legacy of excellence Apply today to become an RN Educator at Elderwood - where your knowledge empowers others, and your leadership strengthens care.

Requirements

  • Current NYS RN license required
  • Baccalaureate degree preferred
  • At least 1 year experience in a long-term health care facility required
  • Experience in in-service education or skills in teaching
  • Ability to work cooperatively with personnel at all levels required
  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level
  • BLS certification instruction

About the employer

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Elderwood
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Elderwood is a senior care organization headquartered in the Western New York region, with a presence in Amherst, NY. The organization's mission is "People caring for people," and it operates with a stated vision of being the "partner of choice"…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • Shift differentials offered: evening weekdays +$2.00/hr, evening weekends +$3.00/hr, overnights +$1.00/hr
  • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans
  • Flexible scheduling with day, evening, and night 8-hour shift options

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 2.8 out of 5 on Indeed
  • Trust in colleagues identified as an area for improvement by reviewers
  • Overall employee satisfaction flagged as needing improvement
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Living in Lancaster, NY

Lancaster is a suburban town east of Buffalo, blending small-town charm with easy access to a major metro area. Its historic village center and proximity to Buffalo's healthcare corridor make it appealing for nurses seeking quieter living with reasonable commutes.

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8% above the national average

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