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Advanced Clinical Nurse Educator- Dedicated Education Unit and Clinical Site Instructors

Grady Health System

Atlanta, GA

Health system employer

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RNAdministrative & Consulting NursesClinical Nurse Educators

Posted Jul 23 · Not open to new grads

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Role

Term
Permanent
On the floor
Precepting expected
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
4+ years

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About this role

Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Advanced Clinical Nurse Educator creates, manages and evaluates education/training programs and services, develops related goals and objectives, recommends policies, and evaluates program outcomes. All educational offerings provided by the Advanced Clinical Nurse Educator should primarily be based on the Cognitive, Humanist, and/or Brain-Based Learning Theories. The role of the Advanced Clinical Nurse Educator may include, direct patient/family care, consultation, change agent, teaching/coaching/mentoring, research, patient advocacy, performance improvement, and leadership & professional development.

This role is also responsible for coordinating clinical experiences for nursing students.

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Qualifications

Masters degree required; Masters of nursing preferred A minimum of four years of clinical nursing experience is required. Current Georgia License as a Registered Nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC), or specialty certification preferred. Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN). Experience as a clinical instructor, Experience facilitating academic partnership programs.

Experience developing educational curricula, simulation-based learning, and competency validation programs. Experience leading quality improvement initiatives utilizing evidence-based practice. Strong project management, presentation, facilitation, and leadership skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Core Competencies These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.

  • Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
  • Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
  • Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
  • Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
  • Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
  • Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
  • Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
  • Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
  • Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
  • Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

Grady Total Rewards At Grady, we believe in supporting the health, well-being, and growth of every team member. Our Total Rewards package is designed to provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that make a difference in your life and career, including:

Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.

Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.

Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.

Grady’s Total Rewards are designed to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered, both at work and beyond.

Why Join Grady? Grady Health System is more than a hospital — we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration.

Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

At Grady, we don’t just work, we make an impact.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.

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QUALIFICATIONS Masters degree required; Masters of nursing preferred A minimum of four years of clinical nursing experience is required. Current Georgia License as a Registered Nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS) certificat…· from this posting

Requirements

  • Masters degree required; Masters of nursing preferred
  • A minimum of four years of clinical nursing experience is required.
  • Current Georgia License as a Registered Nurse.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Certified Nurse Educator (CNE), Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC), or specialty certification preferred.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN).
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  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a clinical instructor,
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience facilitating academic partnership programs.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience developing educational curricula, simulation-based learning, and competency validation programs.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading quality improvement initiatives utilizing evidence-based practice.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Strong project management, presentation, facilitation, and leadership skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Core Competencies
  • Preferred Qualifications: These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

Place

City
Atlanta, GA
Median rent
$1,711/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$85,652/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
about the national average

Atlanta area index 100.1, where 100 is the national average.

Atlanta blends Southern hospitality with big-city energy, offering nurses a dynamic place to land. From the tree-lined streets of Buckhead to the vibrant pulse of Midtown, Georgia's capital delivers major hospital networks, diverse cuisine, and professional sports. Mild winters and a booming healthcare sector make it a compelling relocation choice.

Map showing the location of Atlanta, GA
Approximate location in Atlanta, GA. · © 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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