Staff Development Nurse Educator

Nurse Educator 

Part-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