Also referred to as: Clinical Service Line Educator, Clinical Specialty Nurse Mentor/Manager
Requirements and Responsibilities

Nursing Education Specialist serves as a clinical expert providing teaching, mentoring, consulting, research, and systems improvement in a specific practice area or with a specific patient population. Coordinates and guides clinical activities/projects of nurses within a practice area. Being a Nursing Education Specialist collaborates with members of the health care team to design and implement safe, cost-effective, and evidence-based care strategies. May require a master's degree in nursing. Additionally, Nursing Education Specialist requires Registered Nurse (RN) License. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Nursing Education Specialist manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Nursing Education Specialist typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.

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