Perioperative Clinical Nurse Educator

• Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive educational programs, in-services, and competencies for perioperative nursing staff, encompassing new hire orientation, ongoing professional development, and specialized training (e.g., new surgical techniques, equipment)
• Provide direct bedside clinical mentorship and coaching to perioperative nurses, assessing educational needs, identifying knowledge gaps, and fostering critical thinking and clinical judgment in the OR, PSCU, and PACU settings
• Implement and evaluate evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines within the perioperative department, ensuring adherence to national standards (e.g., AORN), best practices for patient safety, and regulatory compliance
• Act as a clinical expert and resource for perioperative staff, guiding them through complex patient cases, troubleshooting challenges, and promoting a culture of continuous learning and professional growth
• Collaborate effectively with perioperative leadership, surgeons, anesthesiologists, quality improvement teams, and other educators to identify educational needs, address performance gaps, and contribute to department-wide strategic goals
• Facilitate staff compliance with mandatory education, certifications, and licenses, tracking progress, and maintaining accurate records of educational activities to support professional development and regulatory requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Completion of Masters Of Science in Nursing (MSN) within 5 years of start date
• Minimum three (3) years relevant nursing experience
• Active Registered Nurse multi-state compact license in good standing to practice in North Dakota
• Working knowledge of perioperative nursing practice, adult learning principles, and current evidence-based practices in surgical services
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certifications within the orientation period and meets re-certification as required
• Good communication skills necessary for constant communication, both oral and written, with patients, families, visitors, and medical center staff
• Accountable for own conduct and promotes and supports positive working relationships among staff, between other disciplines, departments, families, visitors, and patients
• Maintains confidentiality

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with an emphasis in Education

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Relocation
• medical
• prescription drug
• dental
• vision plans
• life insurance
• paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually)
• tuition reimbursement
• retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings