Regional Nurse Education Specialist - RN

Regional Nurse Education Specialist - RN

Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high‑quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long‑term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you are an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles.

Are you a passionate, results‑driven nursing educator ready to make a significant impact on clinical outcomes and staff competency? Join our team as a Regional Nurse Education Specialist and play a vital role in shaping the future of high‑quality, person‑centered care across the Skilled Nursing Facilities in your market. This role is critical for ensuring our nursing teams are equipped with evidence‑based knowledge, skills, and best practices needed to deliver safe, compliant, and exceptional care.

You will be a clinical resource, a mentor, and a leader in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

• Lead the development and implementation of standardized clinical education strategies that utilize current nursing theory, evidence, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and deliver comprehensive clinical education programs, including new employee orientation, annual competencies, and targeted skills training (e.g., wound care, infection control, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring).
• Conduct system and site needs assessments to identify educational gaps and prioritize initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate staff competency and performance, ensuring strict compliance with clinical standards and state/federal regulations.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to analyze clinical outcomes, develop targeted educational interventions, and support facilities in survey readiness and corrective action planning.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and support to center Nurse Practice Educator(s) to build a high-performing education team focused on accountability and a learning culture of excellence.
• Support the consistent implementation of corporate clinical policies, procedures, and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Market Clinical Advisor, Directors of Nursing, and Interdisciplinary Teams, and mentor new clinical leaders to promote consistency in clinical operations and care delivery.
• Travel routinely across assigned facilities to provide on‑site education, support, and oversight.
• Maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements, best practices, and emerging trends in post‑acute and long‑term care nursing.

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a current registered nurse (RN) license issued by the State Board of Nursing.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required.
• Certification in a specialty area strongly preferred.
• Minimum of five (3) years full‑time or equivalent clinical experience in education required; at least two years of clinical experience in Long‑Term Care / Post‑Acute Care.

• Variable compensation plans.
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health.
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company‑paid life insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off.
• Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically enrolled employees and their immediate family members.
• On‑Demand Pay Program that allows instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned.

• Pet Insurance.
• Term and Whole Life Insurance.
• Short‑term Disability.
• Hospital Indemnity.
• Personal Accident.
• Critical Illness.
• Cancer Coverage.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care

Virginia, United States