Nurse Educator - Generalist - Merrill​/Wausau, Wi

NURSE EDUCATOR – GENERALIST

Full Time (.8 FTE, 64 hours each pay period). Day shift; primarily Monday – Friday, generally no weekends.

Regional Coverage: Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Wausau, WI;
Aspirus Merrill Hospital, Merrill, WI

The Nursing Educator is an experienced Registered Nurse responsible for assisting in the assessment, development, coordination, presentation, and evaluation of educational program needs within the identified area(s) of practice. The role functions as an educator, consultant, facilitator, and change agent to professional nurses and other clinical staff in the area(s) of practice. Responsibilities include coordinating continuing nursing education, orientation, and professional development with students, staff, leaders, and other health care professionals, and supporting interprofessional education.

• Knowledge of nursing process and workflows acquired through completion of a nursing degree program.
• Knowledge of adult education principles and practices. Certification in Nursing Professional Development desired.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience as a Registered Nurse with an exceptional understanding of clinical practices, principles, and workflows.
• Prior experience in staff development, education, and training highly desired.
• Prior experience with LEAN and process improvement methodologies a plus.
• Significant previous experience with Microsoft Office applications; proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent project management, change management, and presentation skills.
• High level of interpersonal communication and relationship building skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks. Advanced problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Possesses a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with an active Wisconsin, Michigan, or Minnesota RN license.
• Master's degree in nursing education or a relevant specialty highly desired.
• Basic Life Support Certification.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality required.
• Demonstrate self‑direction and initiative‑taking; apply critical thinking, analysis, and problem‑solving skills to complex tasks and projects.
• Demonstrate ability to perform in a team environment, utilize effective team relationship skills, and interact at all organizational levels. Able to influence and lead teams; strong conflict management, negotiation skills, and adaptability to changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment required.
• Possess knowledge of adult learning techniques/methodology, blended learning, and training/education practices and principles.

• CPR or BLS certification
• Registered Nurse license