What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLINICAL EDUCATOR position at Nexus Health Systems?
Clinical Educator (RN)
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Shenandoah, TX
About Nexus Children’s Hospital
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Shenandoah is a specialized pediatric hospital providing integrated medical and behavioral health care for children and adolescents with complex needs. Our interdisciplinary model emphasizes clinical excellence, safety, collaboration, and compassionate care. We are committed to developing and supporting exceptional nursing professionals who deliver high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.
Position Summary
The Clinical Educator plays a critical role in advancing nursing excellence by designing, implementing, and evaluating clinical education programs that enhance competency, confidence, and professional growth. This position serves as the lead clinical facilitator for nursing onboarding and orientation, while acting as an ongoing clinical resource to support best practices, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care.
The ideal candidate is an experienced pediatric or behavioral health RN with a passion for education, mentorship, and workforce development.
Key ResponsibilitiesAssessment of Learning Needs
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Shenandoah, TX
About Nexus Children’s Hospital
Nexus Children’s Hospital – Shenandoah is a specialized pediatric hospital providing integrated medical and behavioral health care for children and adolescents with complex needs. Our interdisciplinary model emphasizes clinical excellence, safety, collaboration, and compassionate care. We are committed to developing and supporting exceptional nursing professionals who deliver high-quality, patient-centered outcomes.
Position Summary
The Clinical Educator plays a critical role in advancing nursing excellence by designing, implementing, and evaluating clinical education programs that enhance competency, confidence, and professional growth. This position serves as the lead clinical facilitator for nursing onboarding and orientation, while acting as an ongoing clinical resource to support best practices, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care.
The ideal candidate is an experienced pediatric or behavioral health RN with a passion for education, mentorship, and workforce development.
Key ResponsibilitiesAssessment of Learning Needs
- Conduct comprehensive learning needs assessments to identify gaps in clinical knowledge, skills, and practice.
- Align educational initiatives with organizational priorities, patient care needs, and performance outcomes.
- Design, develop, and deliver evidence-based education using adult learning principles and varied teaching strategies.
- Ensure educational content aligns with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and hospital policies.
- Implement education programs in a timely, professional manner and document learning outcomes and effectiveness.
- Serve as the lead clinical educator for nursing onboarding and orientation.
- Provide structured, hands-on education to new hires related to clinical skills, workflows, policies, and expectations.
- Partner with nursing leadership to support retention, engagement, and clinical readiness.
- Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure completion of facility orientation requirements.
- Provide direct instruction, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff in clinical environments.
- Promote critical thinking, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practice.
- Serve as a clinical resource for staff facing complex patient care or decision-making challenges.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of education programs using feedback, competency data, and clinical outcomes.
- Modify and improve educational initiatives based on performance metrics and emerging needs.
- Support nursing staff in meeting continuing education requirements and professional certification goals.
- Promote lifelong learning and professional growth across the nursing workforce.
- Ensure education programs meet requirements set by regulatory and accrediting bodies.
- Maintain alignment between education initiatives, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, allied health professionals, and leadership.
- Stay current on trends, evidence, and innovations in nursing education and clinical practice.
- Integrate evidence-based practice into educational programming to improve patient outcomes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – Required
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related field – Preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience
- Prior experience in clinical education, staff development, or training – Preferred
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas
- BLS and ACLS – Required
- PALS – Preferred
- Board Certification in Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC) – Preferred
- Behavioral management and de-escalation training as required by the facility
- Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to assess competency and evaluate educational outcomes
- Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills