WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• Full-time- 40 hours/week (Monday-Friday)
• Location- Baystate Medical Center (Springfield, MA)

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• CLINICAL EXPERTISE:Demonstrated proficiency in nursing practice with the ability to support clinical skill development and critical thinking in student nurses and novice nurses.
• EDUCATIONAL DESIGN:Skilled in curriculum development, adult learning principles, and the use of diverse teaching modalities including simulation, e-learning, and classroom instruction.
• EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION:Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to present clearly, facilitate discussions, and provide constructive feedback to learners and colleagues.
• LEADERSHIP & MENTORSHIP:Ability to lead by example, build trust, and mentor new nurses while collaborating effectively with preceptors, managers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• PROGRAM & PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:Proficient in collecting, analyzing, and applying feedback and outcome data to improve educational programs and learner performance.
• ADAPTABILITY & FLEXIBILITY:Comfortable working in dynamic clinical environments; able to adapt teaching and support strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners and settings.
• TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCY:Familiarity with learning management , simulation technology, and common office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Zoom).
• PROFESSIONALISM & CONFIDENTIALITY:Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality, and commitment to nursing excellence and professional development.

EDUCATION:

Masters Degree in Nursing (Required)

THE TRANSITIONS TO PRACTICE NURSE EDUCATOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DEVELOPING AND IMPLEMENTING EDUCATION FOR THE BAYSTATE HEALTH RN RESIDENCY AND APPRENTICE NURSE PROGRAMS, WORKING COLLABORATIVELY WITH THE DEPARTMENT MANAGER AND DIRECTOR, AS WELL AS BAYSTATE HEALTH NURSE RESIDENCY SITE AND PRACTICE SETTING COORDINATORS.

The Nurse Educator is responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and activities that support newly licensed registered nurses transitioning into clinical practice, as well as nursing students in the Apprentice Nurse Program. This role will focus on fostering clinical competence, professional development, and role socialization through evidence-based education strategies.
Working collaboratively with the Department Director, Program Manager, Schools of Nursing, site and practice setting coordinators, the Nurse Educator ensures that residency programming aligns with organizational goals, accrediting body requirements, and the evolving needs of new Registered Nurses, as well as student nurses preparing to enter the nursing workforce.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program Development & Implementation
• Design, deliver, and continuously improve the Nurse Residency and Apprentice Nurse Programs using best practices and adult learning principles.
• Develop curricula, simulation experiences, and orientation content tailored to new graduate nurses.
• Instruction & Facilitation
• Facilitate classroom instruction, seminar, clinical skills labs, and simulation-based education.
• Serve as a mentor and clinical resource to new nurses throughout their residency.
• Collaboration & Communication
• Collaborate with unit-based preceptors, nurse managers, clinical education teams, site and practice setting coordinators, content experts and academic partners.
• Partner with Schools of Nursing to support student transition into practice.
• Evaluation & Quality Improvement
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness through participant feedback, performance data, and retention metrics.
• Use data to identify areas for improvement and support ongoing accreditation and reporting needs.
• Site Engagement & Support
• Conduct regular rounding at clinical sites to meet the needs of the learners, providing direct support to nurse residents, gather feedback, and ensure integration of educational goals into practice settings.
• Serve as a visible resource and advocate across departments and shifts.
• Leadership & Advocacy
• Serve as an advocate for novice nurses, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Stay current with nursing education trends and evidence-based practices to inform program content.