Clinical Educator

Empath Health is seeking a compassionate Clinical Educator - RN to join our Clinical Education team in Bradenton, FL. In this role, the Clinical Educator - RN is responsible for the training and professional development process for clinical colleagues and the dissemination of best practices across all clinical programs. 

What You’ll Do

• Employs principles of adult learning to foster development of colleagues.
• Collaborates with other departments to perform needs assessment to support the design, development, and delivery of educational activities.
• Evaluate effectiveness of educational activities.
• Serves as a resource for questions/topics related to topics of current clinical practice.
• Educate new or transferring clinical colleagues or professional volunteers through assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation (competency) and integration into practice.
• Develop, maintain and routinely update written and e-learning resources for staff, volunteers, professional partners/lay community and patient and families as assigned.
• Consistently meet all regulatory requirements for training including: CE Broker curriculum tables, Medicare CoP's training requirements, AHCA training regulations, OSHA training requirements and DOEA (Alzheimer’s).
• Maintain skills in area of practice and assume responsibility for own continuing professional development by identifying own learning needs, seeking direction and participating in learning activities to keep current and maintain expertise.
  • Maintains clinical expertise by attending all new classes or completing any required competencies.
  • Maintains knowledge of all compliance and Joint Commission regulations.
  • Maintains ability to facilitate and lead projects.
  • Maintains ability to coach individuals regarding performance.
  • Maintains ability to create and teach courses as needed (online or in person classroom).
  • Maintains expert knowledge of EMR system
  • Assists in development of implementation plans working with program leadership
  • Implements rollouts working with areas assigned to assure processes and guidelines followed.
  • Assumes responsibility for own continuing professional development

Why Join Empath Health 

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.

• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.

• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.

• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.

• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• Education: RN, BSN required; or MSN preferred.
• At least two (2) years discipline specific experience in hospice or home health care preferred
• At least two (2) years experience as a clinical preceptor, mentor or instructor
• Strong and current nursing clinical skills required.
• Expertise in case management, hospice/palliative care, pain and symptom management preferred
• Computer expertise and EMR documentation expertise, including an understanding of critical thinking and care planning processes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical guidelines, policies and procedures and pertinent State and Federal Rules and Regulations and Joint Commission standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills, small group facilitation skills, training skills, communication skills and writing and time management skills.
• Flexible for some evening and weekend shifts as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must be able to provide proof of automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in their employee file.

What You’ll Find at Empath Health

At Empath Health, you won’t just find a job—you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility. As part of our mission-driven team, you’ll deliver extraordinary Full Life Care that supports not only the body but also the heart and spirit of every person we serve.

• Mission with Meaning: Join a team dedicated to life-changing care, delivered with dignity and empathy.
• Belonging & Connection: Work in a culture where every voice matters and collaboration drives success.
• Growth & Support: We invest in your development with resources, training, and career advancement opportunities.
• Diversity is Our Strength: We embrace and celebrate different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
  
  Together, we serve. Together, we grow. Together, we bring empathy to life.