Nurse Educator, Behavioral Health
Listed compensation
$198k-$277k
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
ABSMC-Alta Bates Herrick Campus
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
Education
Other: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Certification & Licensure
- RN-Registered Nurse of California
- OR CNS-Clinical Nurse Specialist
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
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
Varied
Schedule: Varied
Days of the Week
Variable
Weekend Requirements
As Needed
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 $197,828.80 to $276,952.00 / 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
The Nurse Educator coordinates and performs educational activities to promote nursing staff competency, including orientation, in-service training, and continuing education. They assess learning needs and design evidence-based programs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and hospital quality improvement measures.
Requirements
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a valid California RN or CNS license. A minimum of 5 years of recent relevant clinical experience is required, along with proficiency in adult learning principles and healthcare software.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Behavioral Health — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 41 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 46% have no call, 73% require no weekends.
Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is up 16.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$237k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $214k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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