Nurse Educator - Long Term Care

Looking for a fast-paced environment where you can elevate clinical training expertise within a healthcare team? At HealthSource Saginaw, we're seeking a Program (Nurse) Educator who will play a key role in strengthening staff development, supporting program-level training initiatives, and leading a culture of teamwork and excellence. In this role, you'll deliver engaging training, provide hands-on coaching, and ensure that program-specific education remains effective, consistent, and aligned with organizational goals. You'll work closely with the Facility Educator, Nursing Leadership, and new team members as they build confidence in their roles. If you're passionate about developing others and creating meaningful learning experiences in a healthcare setting, you'll thrive here.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current Michigan license. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or equivalent advanced degree. 3-5 years of demonstrated expertise in clinical practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point. Knowledge of adult learning principles and the teaching/learning process acquired through continuing education activities and/or formal academic classes.

Preferred:

Master's Degree in Nursing or equivalent advanced degree. Demonstrated leadership skills with prior experience in education role. Experience in one or more of the following clinical areas: Medical Rehabilitation, Behavioral Medicine or Long-Term Care Services.

What You'll Do:

Education, Training & Staff Development:

Design, develop, and deliver engaging training, education, and coaching tailored to the unique needs of the program's patient/resident population. Lead program-specific new hire orientation, annual competencies, and ongoing training. Serve as the primary educator for program topics during new hire orientation, annual competency events, SECURE training, and electronic medical record (EMR) education. Maintain accurate training records in the learning management system (LMS/Relias) and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards. Develop and maintain high-quality training material.

Onboarding & Coaching:

Manage onboarding for new hires, including assigning onboarding partners, monitoring progress, and providing hands-on coaching on the units. Support onboarding for medical students, interns, and other clinical learners. Assist with BLS/CPR training and serve as a backup educator for facility-wide learning events.

Collaboration & Leadership:

Support Mission, Vision, Values, and Leadership Expectations. Partner with the Facility Educator and leadership to assess, update, and deploy annual training and competency plans. Participate in nursing leadership forums, safety committees, and quality initiatives. Build strong relationships across departments to support education, safety, efficiency, and exceptional patient/resident care. Represent the facility positively within the community.

Quality, Safety & Compliance:

Support performance improvement initiatives focused on patient/resident safety. Assist in developing evidence-based policies, procedures, and standards of care. Provide program-specific reports and audits for regulatory inquiries and collaborate with leadership on plans of correction. Maintain professional competence through continuing education and stay current on healthcare trends, technology, and best practices.

Technology & System Support:

Demonstrate proficiency in clinical IT systems including the LMS, intranet, policy repository, and electronic medical records. Assist with LMS maintenance, troubleshooting, course creation, assignment management, and compliance monitoring. Why Join HealthSource Saginaw? Care for your community, while we care for you. At HealthSource Saginaw, you'll join a team of dedicated professionals working together to improve the physical and emotional health of every life we touch. We believe exceptional care starts with taking care of our people, which is why we offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, family, and future.

Your Health & Well-Being:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage Short- and long-term disability coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid jury duty and bereavement leave Mental health support

Your Financial Security:

Retirement contribution plan with an additional employer match Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care Account (DCA) Financial planning assistance

Your Education & Career Growth:

Education assistance and tuition reimbursement Tuition discounts with local colleges and universities Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Everyday Perks:

Employee discounts at local businesses Onsite pharmacy discounts Onsite gym, cafeteria, gift shop and more For a complete list of benefits, please visit: https://www.healthsourcesaginaw.org/careers/#benefits Questions Before Applying? Pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check required. HealthSource Saginaw is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer for all including Women, Minorities, Veterans and Individuals with disabilities. For any questions about a position or the application process, please email us at HR@hss-mi.org and our team will be happy to assist!