Registered Nurse Education Coordinator, Simulation Lab

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

. Oversees and coordinates nursing unit education and orientation programs to support staff development and competency .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeJanesville • Wisconsin • United StatesJunior💰 $73,108 - $109,661 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nursing education and staff development, with a focus on mentoring, curriculum design, and competency assessment. Proficient in coordinating educational programs and facilitating evidence-based practice initiatives across healthcare settings.

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Nursing Education CoordinationClinical Competency AssessmentMentoring New Graduate NursesBLS CertificationRN License

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Hard Skills

Nursing EducationClinical Content TrainingEducational Needs AssessmentEvidence Based PracticeCurriculum DevelopmentSkills ValidationPolicy WritingSpecialty Teaching ProgramsData AnalysisProgram Evaluation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationPresentation SkillsCollaborationMentorshipLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical RecordDatabase SoftwareSpreadsheet SoftwareWord Processing Software

Certifications & Qualifications

RN LicenseBLS CertificationACLSPALSPEARSNRP

Industry Keywords

Nursing EducationClinical Ladder AdvancementProfessional Development CouncilNurse Practice CouncilContinuing Education Units

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversees and coordinates nursing unit education and orientation programs to support staff development and competency
Serves as primary educator for new staff and coordinates with unit preceptors
Participates in education for the Electronic Medical Record, especially clinical content
Mentors new employees and new graduate nurses through support and preceptor programs
Conducts educational needs assessments and develops programs based on identified needs
Identifies clinical learning needs through observation, staff meetings, occurrences, unit-based data and partner input
Creates and updates an annual calendar of planned educational offerings with unit leadership
Promotes clinical ladder advancement and national certification
Assists partners with portfolio development and education for specialty certification
Participates in Nurse Practice Council, Professional Development Council and staff meetings
Implements innovative instructional methods for nursing personnel
Coordinates outside consultants and trainers
Maintains class evaluations of instructors, consultants and trainers
Assists directors and clinical nurse specialists with unit bulletin boards
Obtains CEUs for programs as appropriate
Collaborates on monthly newsletters
Facilitates Evidence Based Practice initiatives and disseminates research and best practices
Coordinates education across health system components as requested
Participates on the Education Team for house-wide education and information dissemination
Coordinates annual nursing documentation and skills fair
Plans and hosts unit-based skills validations
Coordinates and participates in specialty teaching programs such as EKG Class, CCRN review and monthly nursing education classes
Participates in writing and updating policies/procedures
Maintains records for mandatory staff certifications

Requirements

What you’ll need

ADN or BSN from an accredited BSN Completion Program required
MSN preferred
Two or more years RN experience, or one or more years RN experience in area of specialty
Licensed as an RN in state of practice
Approved BLS certification required within 90 days
Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Knowledge of Database software, Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software
May include color blind test (per department guidelines)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities