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Sutter Health
Sacramento, California

Clinical Nurse Educator III, Cardiovascular Services

Registered NurseIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$180K - $252K

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Weekend work is also flagged as required; confirm which days and how often.

Ask the employer about the work setting, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento

Position Overview

Coordinates and performs educational activities that promote the competency and development of Sutter Health's nursing staff, including orientation, competency validation, in-service, and continuing education.

Assesses, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates nursing educational programs in response to health care demands, trends, identified learning needs, department goals, quality improvement measures, risk management, regulatory changes, and compliancy criteria.

Designs educational offerings (courses, simulations, programs) using processes and methodologies that incorporate the principles of adult education and learning styles.

Directs the delivery of education for nursing orientation, conducts competency assessments, facilitates ongoing development, and establishes courses and programs based on annual needs assessments and educational compliancy requirements.

Delivers education activities that validate, develop, maintain and enhance the knowledge and skills of nursing staff.

Maintains educational and competency records in compliance with hospital, Department of Healthcare Services (DHS), Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD), The Joint Commission (TJC), and the Institute for Medical Quality (IMQ) standards.

Job Description

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Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Certification & Licensure

  • RN-Registered Nurse of California
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
  • ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Typical Experience

5 years recent relevant experience.

Skills and Knowledge

Broad knowledge of clinical nursing, including current trends, safety precaution policies, equipment, electronic healthcare records (EHR) management software, accrediting agency standards, and local/state/federal regulations.

Working understanding of adult teaching/learning theories and program assessment, program design, promotion and marketing implementation and evaluation processes.

General knowledge of the scope of practice, evidence-based practices, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics for Nurses, and the Patients’ Bill of Rights.

Attention to detail with time management and organization skills with the ability to work with a high degree of initiative and independence.

Possesses solid written and public speaking skills, including the ability to clearly and professionally explain medical, technical, or sensitive information to diverse audiences.

Intermediate knowledge of word processing, presentation, and email software, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook, in addition to a working understanding of Microsoft SharePoint, Adobe Captivate, HealthStream and Epic, and an aptitude for learning new programs.

Work independently, as well as be part of a team, while demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Prioritize and delegate assignments under varied and urgent conditions while working within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Identify and solve complex problems based on the analysis of multiple sources of information while providing new perspectives on existing solutions.

Ensure the privacy of each patient’s Protected Health Information (PHI).

Develop collaborative relationships with various groups internally and externally, including clinical and support staff, other departments, management, Sutter Health clinical nurse educators, college staff, regional CPR training program coordinators, and regulatory agencies to coordinate educational needs and ensure compliance.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Full Time

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday, Variable

Weekend Requirements

As Needed, Occasionally

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status: Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $180,128.00 to $252,158.40 / annual salary

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinates and performs educational activities to promote nursing staff competency, including orientation, in-service training, and continuing education. Assesses learning needs and develops educational programs that align with healthcare trends, regulatory standards, and quality improvement goals.

Requirements

Requires a graduate degree from an accredited school of nursing and five years of recent relevant clinical experience. Must hold active California RN licensure along with BLS and ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Competency assessmentCurriculum developmentRegulatory complianceMicrosoft OfficeEvidence-based practice

Ambulatory Care Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 41 active Ambulatory Care Nursing listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 54% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$216k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $195k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Ambulatory Care Nursing RN market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in ambulatory care nursing (rn)ranked against 381 Ambulatory Care Nursing (RN) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$180k–$252kAmbulatory Care Nursing RN median $133k (middle half $114k–$169k)31 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$195k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Ambulatory Care Nursing RN listings in California36 active381 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 24% remote · 54% no call · 76% no weekends41 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia registered nurse listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 4% offer loan repayment396 active listings, Nov 2026
New Ambulatory Care Nursing RN listings218 in the last 30 days196 the 30 days before (+11%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Ambulatory Care Nursing RN pay trend+9.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (381 Ambulatory Care Nursing (RN) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Nurse Educator III, Cardiovascular Services at Sutter Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Ambulatory Care Nursing (RN) — ranked against 381 active Ambulatory Care Nursing (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Registered Nurse Jobs

17 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

17 jobs · 15 employers
6
<$120k
5
$120k-135k
2
$135k-150k
3
$150k-165k
1
$238k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

13 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
31%
Loan repayment
15%
CME allowance
15% this job
Relocation assistance
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 70% of Ambulatory Care Nursing (RN) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 381 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About Sutter Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Sacramento, California
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Retirement plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
CME allowance

Living in Sacramento

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$452k≈ 2.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,045/mo≈ 14% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.