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Vallejo, California

Clinical Nurse Educator

Registered Nurse Above average in Registered Nurse rolesNo nightsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$90.93-$127.29/hr

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Employment & setting
Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
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Job Description

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

Organization

SSMC-Sutter Solano Medical Center

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
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department Specific Certification & Licensure

Department: Oncology, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course (ONS Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider Card)

Typical Experience

  • 5 years recent relevant experience.
  • 2 years of experience in Oncology preferred

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.

Physical Activities and Requirements

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Short Hour

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Occasionally

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

8

Employee Status

  • Short Hour
  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $90.93 to $127.29 / hour

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 the competency and development of nursing staff, including orientation and continuing education. Assesses, plans, and implements nursing educational programs in response to healthcare demands, regulatory changes, and quality improvement measures.

Requirements

Requires a graduate degree from an accredited school of nursing and a valid California Registered Nurse license. Candidates must have at least 5 years of recent relevant experience, with oncology experience preferred.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Competency assessmentCurriculum developmentOncology nursingRegulatory complianceMicrosoft Office

Ambulatory Care Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context

Sutter Health ranks #1 of 13 employers hiring Registered Nurse on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

In California, the Ambulatory Care Nursing weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$124k (14 salary observations; 38 listings), vs ~$99k nationally (133 salary observations; 467 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Ambulatory Care Nursing listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 52% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$227k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $205k 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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Benefits & Perks42 jobs · 37 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
21% this job
Sign-on bonus
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PSLF eligible
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

5.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Registered Nurse roles

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Vallejo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$505k
Typical market rent
$2,213/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.5
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Vallejo, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.