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Mercy is seeking an Education Coordinator for our Healthcare & Medical Services department. This role designs, implements, and evaluates clinical and non-clinical education programs that support high-quality patient care. The Education Coordinator conducts needs assessments, develops curricula, leads staff orientations and in services, ensures compliance with regulatory education requirements, and tracks outcomes. Collaborating closely with nursing, physicians, and allied health professionals, this position promotes a culture of continuous learning, supports professional development pathways, and advances evidence-based practice across Mercy's multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities Assess education and training needs for clinical and non-clinical staff. Design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based education programs. Coordinate new hire orientation and ongoing in-service training. Maintain education records and ensure regulatory/compliance requirements are met. Collaborate with clinical leaders to align education with quality and safety goals. Develop curricula, lesson plans, and competency assessments. Facilitate classroom, simulation, and bedside teaching sessions. Monitor and report education outcomes and performance metrics. Support professional development and certification preparation for staff. Integrate feedback and best practices to continuously improve programs. Required Skills Curriculum development Clinical education Instructional design Adult learning principles Learning management systems (LMS) Data tracking and reporting Regulatory and compliance knowledge (e.g., Joint Commission) Program evaluation Presentation and facilitation Healthcare quality and patient safety