Nurse Educator Specialist, OR Clarksville

Job Summary

Develops, implements, evaluates, and revises programs of orientation, in‑service training, workshops, and continuing education to meet educational and developmental needs of staff. Takes a lead role in educational initiatives to ensure quality patient care and customer satisfaction. Serves as a leader in the development, training, and monitoring of nursing practice standards. Acts as a resource and liaison to the VUMC community by serving on hospital‑wide committees or task forces.

Represents Vanderbilt within the professional community. Performs a range of nursing, clinical, consultative, educational, and research activities within an established area of expertise.

• Use a systematic process to enhance the quality and effectiveness of nursing practices.
• Establish collegial partnerships contributing to the professional development of peers, students, colleagues and others.
• Integrate evidence‑based practices into educational initiatives and activities.
• Maintain current knowledge and competency in nursing and professional development practice.
• Evaluate one’s own practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines.

• Execute job responsibilities with understanding of impact on related areas.
• Analyze moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
• Provide informal guidance and support to team members.
• Invest time in developing self and others to improve performance.
• Maintain regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders.
• Recognize and adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
• Serve others with compassion and customize services.
• Approach problems from different angles; identify new possibilities and solutions.
• Provide ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner.
• Engage in dialogue about quality; address quality issues promptly.
• Apply learning experiences to uncover underlying causes of problems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate sense of ownership and drive critical issues to closure.
• Manage resources effectively for the department or area.
• Make data‑driven decisions.
• Generate new ideas and adapt to change.

• Licensure:
  Registered Nurse (LIC) or other appropriate state licensure.
• Work Experience:
  
  3 years of relevant experience.
• Education:
  
  Master’s degree.
• Certifications:
  
  [Insert specific certifications if applicable].

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO.