Clinical Educator (RN) Operating Room

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus is seeking an RN Clinical Educator to support the Tower Operating Room, a 24/7 Level 1 Trauma facility serving as the region's only trauma center. This role focuses on developing and educating nursing staff across a comprehensive range of surgical specialties, including neurosurgery, spine, orthopedics, surgical oncology, urology, plastics, robotics, gynecology, pediatrics, ENT, general surgery, trauma, thoracic, vascular, dental, OMFS, colorectal, hepatobiliary, and transplant procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assess the competency of new nursing staff members using system strategies and tools, with emphasis on quality of care and patient safety goals
• Integrate theoretical knowledge, evidence-based principles, and clinical nursing expertise into educational experiences for both new and experienced team members
• Prepare annual self-development plans, set professional goals, and identify opportunities for achieving them
• Contribute to quality and safety initiatives across the organization

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday
• Regular office hours with flexibility as needed based on department needs

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing, or BSN with enrollment in a Master's program at the time of hire
• If hired with a BSN and enrolled in a Master's program, you must meet with your Nurse Leader within 3 months to provide: a written plan with anticipated Master's completion date, transcripts from your school showing required prerequisites and course timeline, and commitment to complete the Master's degree within 3 years of start date
• Two years of progressive nursing experience in the operating room specialty
• Three months of experience serving as a preceptor
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse, or an active multi-state RN license

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust team member wellness program
• 401(k) matching: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on your first day
• Tuition and student loan assistance: up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loan repayment
• Mental health support: 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year at no cost for you, your spouse/partner, and your children
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work schedules