Clinical Nurse Educator - Critical Care

Mercy Fort Smith, Arkansas, US

About the Role

<h1><span style="color:#a33600"><b>Find your calling at Mercy!</b></span></h1><p></p>Mercy is seeking a Clinical Education Specialist (RN) to support the onboarding, education, competency validation, and ongoing professional development of nursing and clinical co-workers. This role is ideal for an experienced nurse who is passionate about teaching, mentoring, and driving excellence in patient care through evidence-based practice and innovative learning strategies.<br><br>The Clinical Education Specialist serves as a key resource for nursing staff, leaders, and interdisciplinary teams by developing and delivering educational programs that promote clinical excellence, patient safety, and a positive patient experience. This position supports orientation programs, competency validation, performance improvement initiatives, and continuing education for both licensed and unlicensed healthcare professionals.<p></p><h1><span style="color:#005cb9"><b>Position Details:</b></span></h1><p></p><p><span style="color:#005cb9"><b>Position Details:</b></span></p><br /><p>Minimum Requirements</p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Nursing with <b>2 years of clinical nursing experience</b>, OR</li><li>Associate degree in Nursing with:<ul><li><b>10 years of hospital nursing experience</b>, OR</li><li><b>5 years of hospital nursing experience and active enrollment in an RN-to-BSN program</b></li></ul></li><li>Current applicable state nursing license.</li><li>Current AHA BLS certification.</li><li>Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practice and the ability to positively influence patient care delivery.</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Knowledge of patient care equipment and clinical technology.</li></ul><br /><p><span class="emphasis-3">Preferred Qualifications</span></p><ul><li>Specialty certification or active pursuit of certification related to area of responsibility.</li><li>Two years of teaching or educational experience.</li><li>Additional life support certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE, TNCC, and/or ENPC.</li></ul><br /><p></p><h1><span style="color:#537824"><b>Why Mercy?</b></span></h1><p></p><p>From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.</p><p></p><p>Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.</p><br><br>keyword(s): Nursing Education, Nurse Educator, RN, Critical Care<br><br>Nursing Education, Nurse Educator, RN

Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver educational programs for nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams
  • Lead orientation programs and competency validation
  • Support performance improvement and continuing education

Qualifications

  • Nursing degree
  • RN licensure
  • BLS/ACLS certifications (preferred)

Required Skills

education teaching clinical mentorship evidence-based practice training delivery

Keywords

clinical education nurse educator critical care onboarding competency validation

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