The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) reports directly to the facility Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). Additionally, the
AVP of Nursing Education and Professional Practice and the System Chief Nursing Officer provides guidance to
the CNE, who functions in the roles of Educator, Facilitator, Consultant, Change Agent, and Leader. The CNE
participates in the development of standardized facility educational initiatives as well as initiatives across the
Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) organization. The CNE plays a vital role in leading change, in pursuit of
improved nursing practice and professional development. The Clinical Nurse Educator promotes a positive image
and maintains positive relationships with internal and external customers. The Clinical Nurse Educator may be
required to travel to other ARH facilities to provide education, under the direction of the facility CNO, AVP of
Nursing Education and Professional Practice, and/or System Chief Nursing Officer.

Conducts educational needs assessments using a variety of methods/tools.

Incorporates principles of adult learning in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of educational
programs, creating a climate with supports learning across the organization.

Coordinates and facilitates nursing orientation and competency evaluation of new staff to the organization, and
well as training/education for new equipment and new/revised clinical care policies and protocols.

Develops and delivers evidence-based educational programs and offerings.

Utilizes best practices in educational content delivery.

Collaborates with Community Chief Nursing officer, local nursing leadership and other disciplines to create a
robust educational environment while fostering teambuilding and leadership development.

Provides point of care assistance and support to assist nursing staff with clinical skills development and critical
thinking.

Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs utilizing best practices.

Utilizes a variety of evidence-based instructional techniques.

Adjusts educational content and teaching strategies based on appropriate learner needs, utilizing various media
and formats.

Collaborates with and supports all ARH facilities in developing and delivering educational programs as
determined by the facility CNO and/or AVP Nursing Education and Professional Practice.

Assumes ownership and responsibility in attaining, developing, and maintaining educational and instructional
expertise.

Facilitates centralized nursing orientation.

Oversees the onboarding of student nurses and clinical faculty to assure adherence to ARH and regulatory
guidelines.

Oversees, in collaboration with Nursing Leadership, Human Resources, and applicable Schools of Nursing,

compliance with the Nurse Extern Program.

Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support these changes.

Ensures that educational programs are congruent with organizational missions, values, and goals.

Maintains flexibility when managing multiple roles/responsibilities.

Interprets and communicates across multiple disciplines.

Promotes a safe and healthy work environment.

Serves as a role mode to promote education, professionalism, excellence, and safety.

Role models and promotes the concept of life-long learning.

Leads committees, work groups, and/or projects related to the implementation of educational activities.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Education (experience can be substituted for education)
Bachelor's Degree BSN Required or have plan to obtain within 2 years Required
Master's Degree Nursing or Education Preferred

Work Experience (education can be substituted for experience)
1-3 years 3 years of nursing experience. Required
4-6 years 5 years of nursing experience preferred. Preferred
1-3 years Minimum of 1 year nursing education experience required *Three (3) or more preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
BLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually.
ACLS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually.
PALS Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually.
De-Escalation Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually.
TNCC Instructor designation with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually.
Other Instructor designations as needed with minimal requirement of teaching two courses annually.
*To facilitate the professional competence and confidence of the Clinical Nurse Educator, CNO and/or the AVP of Nursing
Education and Professional Practice may assign mandatory professional development activities, workshops and educational
offerings."

Licenses and Certifications
Current licensure to practice nursing in the
state of KY or WV dependent on state of
residency
Required
• Professional Certification Required or plan to
obtain within 2 years of employment.
• BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 6 months of
employment.
• PALS required within 6 months of
employment.
• TNCC required within 1 year.
• De-escalation training (ARH adopted)
required within 6 months.