Staff Development Nurse Educator at BHS Baptist Healthcare System — Corbin, KY

Summary

Job Description

Nurse Educator

Full-Time, 1st Shift

BHCOR-Staff Development I Corbin, KY

Serves as an educator for primarily nursing but also various disciplines throughout the hospital and independently assumes a variety of roles in the Education Department. Included in this multifunctional role are the responsibilities of planning, implementing, facilitating, and evaluating house-wide classes, patient care orientation, continuing education and in-service education and working with multidisciplinary teams as needed. Will be responsible for assigned units.

Description

• Assess educational needs and develop, coordinate, and deliver orientation, continuing education, and competency-based training programs.
• Facilitate clinical orientation, instructor-led courses, in-services, workshops, and certification programs including BLS, ACLS, PALS, HeartCode, and other assigned certifications.
• Coach and support new employees, preceptors, leaders, and clinical staff to promote professional growth and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborate with department leaders, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to improve clinical competencies, standardize practice, and enhance patient outcomes.
• Develop, evaluate, and revise educational curricula, competency assessments, and learning materials based on current research, regulatory requirements, and organizational needs.
• Serve as a clinical resource and consultant, recommending practice improvements and supporting quality, safety, and regulatory initiatives.
• Participate in committees, community education, and organizational projects that advance staff development and organizational goals.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, infection prevention practices, emergency preparedness, and workplace safety requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum three years of RN experience; prior teaching experience preferred.
• Current Kentucky or Compact State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS Instructor certifications required.
• Must obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor (BLSI), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Instructor (ACLSI), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor (PALSI) certifications within six months of hire.
• Board certification in applicable specialty areas preferred.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement with Company Match
• Identity Theft Protection
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire