Clinical Educator - Correctional Health Services

FT / PT Status – Full-Time | Salary – $46.47 | Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site | Recruiter – Angie Rhodes | arhodes | Final date to receive applications – 12/31/2026

This position is open until filled and may close at any time.

The Senior RN – Clinical Educator will work collaboratively with CHS administrative and clinical leadership to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive education program for clinical staff members in Correctional Health Services.

An offer of employment will be contingent on the applicant successfully passing a DHHS background check, pre‑employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

• Content and Program Development:
  Developing training materials in a variety of mediums including in-person, online, and video platforms.
• Instruction:
  The provision of training to clinical staff via classroom, online, and in-person sessions.
• Onboarding:
  Developing and executing onboarding and orientation training.
• Certifications:
  
  Monitoring the licenses and certifications of clinical staff members and coordinating BLS, ACLS, and other certification courses as requested.
• Evaluation:
  Assessing the effectiveness of educational programs and individual staff competencies.
• Regulatory Standards: A strong working knowledge of the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC) standards.
• Collaboration:
  
  Working with CHS Directors and leadership to align education with organizational goals and identified clinical needs.

• Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of Utah.
• Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to Utah within 30 days of their start date.
• Risks that require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand, walk over rough surfaces, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) repeatedly or for long periods of time.

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah. License must be active and in good standing.
• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Clinical experience: a minimum of 2‑3 years of direct clinical nursing is required; 12 months of experience in correctional healthcare, acute care hospital experience, and pre‑hospital EMS experience is preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing is preferred.
• BLS, ACLS certified. TNCC certification and ACLS instructor preferred.
• Regulatory:
  Understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards including NCCHC. CCHP certification preferred.
• A strong knowledge of evidence‑based community standards in medical and psychiatric nursing.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including written and oral presentation skills.
• The ability and willingness to work weekends and nights to provide education and training to staff working outside of regular business hours.

Location – 1480 N 8000 W, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116, United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – Yes.

Schedule Code – AX – Employees in supervisory positions.

• Job Stability:
  Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well‑established organization.
• Career Growth:
  Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work:
  Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment:
  Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

Correctional Health Services – For more information on Correctional Health Services, please visit our website.

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957‑9390.