Operating Room Clinical Nurse Educator

Operating Room Clinical Nurse Educator

A medium sized community hospital located in the San Franciscos North Bay is seeking an experienced Operating Room Nurse to work as a Perioperative Nurse Educator.

The community hospital offers diverse surgical services offerings including total joint replacement, orthopedics, bariatrics, general surgery and more. This area in northern California is home to a more geriatric population and this hospital provides high quality care to this patient population. The Surgery Department is outfitted with six (6) Operating Suites.

The Operating Room and Perioperative Nurse Educator is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating educational programs for perioperative nursing staff, as well as providing clinical guidance and support to enhance patient care outcomes. Daily responsibilities for the Clinical Nurse Educator may include:

• Develop and deliver educational programs and presentations for perioperative nursing staff
• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and make recommendations for improvement
• Mentor and provide clinical guidance to nursing staff, including the assessment of their clinical skills
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Stay current with best practices and advancements in perioperative nursing and incorporate into educational programs
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and assist with the development of policies and procedures

The experienced surgery RN that accepts this position will enjoy the cohesive feel inside the walls of this hospital. The hospital leadership is proud of the community feel. Moreover, the nursing management is proud of their survey ready standards.

The Nurse Educator Operating Room will enjoy living in northern California. This location is commutable from San Francisco, Napa Valley and much of the East Bay. Families love this area for the highly ranked school districts and outdoor enthusiasts love the area for the hiking, biking, beaches and accessibility to the mountains.