Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II - Nursing Education - Full Time - Relocation Required
Company: Christus Health
Location: El Paso
Posted on: April 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description This job requires relocation. Description
Summary: The Clinical Educator II plays a vital role in advancing
clinical excellence through the design, delivery, and evaluation of
clinical education and competency development. This role leads and
supports onboarding, orientation, and ongoing professional
development for clinical staff across diverse specialties. The
educator applies adult learning principles, evidence-based
practices, and innovative modalities - including simulation,
eLearning, and microlearning - to foster a culture of continuous
learning and clinical proficiency. The Clinical Educator II
collaborates with clinical teams to ensure education initiatives
meet regulatory standards, support safe patient care, and align
with organizational goals. Serves as a subject matter expert and
mentor to Clinical Educator I and other staff. Participates in and
supports the strategic planning and quality improvement efforts of
the education team. Responsibilities: - Meets expectations of the
applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of
Others, or Leader of Leaders. - L & D Fellowship for new L & D RN's
- Conducts learning needs assessments to identify gaps in clinical
knowledge, skills, and practice. - Designs, develops, and leads
education programs using contemporary teaching strategies and
technologies. - Facilitates onboarding and orientation for new
clinical staff, ensuring smooth integration into practice
environments. - Coordinates and validate clinical competencies for
new hires and existing staff, including annual skills assessments
and regulatory requirements. - Integrates simulation-based
learning, case-based scenarios, and hands-on training to enhance
clinical decision-making and critical thinking. - Serves as a
resource and mentor for preceptors, supporting their development
and effectiveness in staff training. - Promotes evidence-based
practice and support staff in translating research into clinical
application. - Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support
interprofessional education and shared learning experiences. -
Maintains documentation of educational activities, competency
validations, and outcomes for compliance and quality improvement. -
Participates in committees and initiatives focused on clinical
education, safety, and performance improvement. - Evaluates program
effectiveness and implements improvements. - Serves as a resource
for evidence-based practice and clinical standards. - Responsible
for other related duties as assigned. Job Requirements:
Education/Skills - Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) required;
current enrollment considered with an expectation of completion
within a defined timeframe - Knowledge of adult learning
principles, instructional design, and technology-enhanced learning
tools (simulation, LMS, eLearning platforms) Experience - 2 years
of clinical experience in Labor and Delivery required - Experience
in education, preceptorship, or staff development preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications - RN licensure in the
state of employment or compact required - ANCC Nursing Professional
Development Certification (NPD-BC) preferred - BLS required within
30 days of hire In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License,
Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates
are required to obtain the required certifications for their
respective positions within the designated time frame. Work
Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time
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