Clinical Nurse Educator, Behavioral Health
Listed compensation
$189K - $250K
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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: MSN Required CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: Registered Nurse - CA State Licensure - RN Required Basic Life Support Certification - BLS Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support - ACLS Required Clinical Nurse Educator - CNE Required TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: Behavioral Health environment with 5 years of experience Required.
Educator experience Required. 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: 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 $189,300.80 to $249,870.40 / 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. Working at Sutter Health Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization.
As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities
This role coordinates and executes educational activities to enhance the competency and development of nursing staff, including orientation, validation, and continuing education. The educator assesses, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates nursing educational programs based on healthcare demands, trends, and compliance requirements.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an MSN degree, be a Registered Nurse licensed in California, and hold required certifications including BLS, ACLS, and CNE. A minimum of five years of experience in a Behavioral Health environment, including educator experience, is mandatory.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
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Sutter Health ranks #1 of 11 employers hiring Registered Nurse on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 24% are remote, 52% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$220k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $198k 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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