Nursing Educator

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Position Purpose At Mercy Medical Center, the Nurse Educator - Senior RN supports nursing excellence through education and leadership.

This role designs and delivers staff development programs, including orientation, in-service training, and continuing education.

The educator serves as a mentor and resource to nursing staff, promoting evidence-based practice and professional growth.

What You Will Do * Lead orientation and competency-based training for nursing staff * Develop continuing education programs aligned with ANCC standards * Collaborate with nursing schools to support students and faculty * Mentor staff and identify learning needs * Support initiatives to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes Minimum Qualifications Required: * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) * Valid and current Massachusetts RN license Preferred: * Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Education, or related field is strongly preferred.

* The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of Labor & Delivery or Maternity experience, with a background in teaching, curriculum development, or leadership in nursing education * Current BLS/CPR, ACLS, and NRP certifications * Instructor-level certification in BLS, ACLS, or NRP is a plus * Familiarity with ANCC standards * Experience with educational tools and teaching methods * Familiarity with Epic or other clinical documentation systems * Strong communication and interpersonal skills Position Highlights * Full-Time - 32 hours/week - Day Shift * Hourly position Ministry/Facility Information Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts.

Mercy Medical Center is an 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield.

Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center, and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.

By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.