Stroke Program Clinical Nurse Educator

Job Summary

Clinical Nurse Educators are registered nurses who know how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems / issues of diverse scope and determines solutions. Clinical Nurse Educators apply skills and experience to ensure optimal clinician knowledge and skills through education and training in either general or specialized nursing education and / or training.

Serves as an instructor for entry or intermediate clinical nurse educators. Leads implementation of new programs. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance.

Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Collaborates with hospital Clinical Nurse Specialists and Nurse Educators to ensure a cross pollination of knowledge across the continuum. Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations.

Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Apply By Date:
March 10th, 2026, at 11:59 pm PT; interviews occurring at anytime

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Minimum of two (2) years Critical Care, Neuro ICU, or Emergency Department experience
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language and utilize medical terminology appropriately
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing
• Commitment to excellence in patient care
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated ability in assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty certification (CCRN, CEN, etc.)
• American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Five (5) years of experience in Critical Care, Neuro ICU, Emergency Department experience.
• Experience in teaching nursing content.

• 75% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 10% - Professional Development
• 10% - Leadership and Quality
• 5% - Nursing Research

The UC Davis Stroke Program oversees the care and treatment of all stroke patients at UC Davis Hospital. The program guides and directs the emergent care of stroke patients, as well as facilitating the post-acute stroke education care plan.

• Salary or Pay Range: $4,284.61- $8,838.46
• Salary Frequency: Biweekly
• Salary Grade: Grade 26
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  CLIN NURSE EDUC 3
• UC Job Code: 004179
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): Days/Varied
• Location: North Addition Office Building (HSP
  002)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits…