RN Registered Nurse Educator Advanced Cardiothoracic Operating Room

AdventHealth is seeking an RN Registered Nurse Educator for the Advanced Cardiothoracic Operating Room in Orlando, Florida. This full-time, day shift position reports to leadership and focuses on managing, educating, and developing nursing staff within the cardiothoracic surgical unit.

Clinical Setting

You will work in the cardiothoracic operating room, supporting complex surgical patients and a specialized nursing team. This role combines clinical expertise with educational and management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned direct reports including recruitment, hiring, coaching, disciplinary actions, development, education, competencies, performance evaluations, and payroll functions
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, creativity, and resource management to achieve quality performance and positive employee relations
• Foster a culture of psychological safety where team members feel supported, valued, and empowered to speak up and contribute meaningfully
• Promote evidence-based practice, ensuring quality outcomes and fostering a culture of safety, compassion, and continuous learning
• Provide ongoing education and training to nursing staff to maintain high competency levels
• Prepare the unit for audits and surveys by monitoring and maintaining unit compliance with regulatory standards, accrediting bodies, and hospital policies
• Coordinate staff education to maintain competencies and preparedness
• Manage nursing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and optimal patient care
• Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate updates, address concerns, and provide guidance
• Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating ongoing service programs to ensure quality nursing and patient care
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently to meet financial and operational goals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support - CPR certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
• One or more years of experience in cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, or cardiac ICU setting, or cardiovascular operating room experience
• Successful completion of a one-year minimum traineeship

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Master's degree in Nursing
• Prior management experience
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Acute/Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CCNS) certification
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification
• Cardiac Surgery Certification (CSC)
• Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC)
• Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse (CCTN) certification

Schedule and Shift

• Full-time position
• Day shift
• Location: 601 E Rollins St, Orlando, Florida 32803

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay range: $34.32 - $63.84 per hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Paid time off from day one
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Four weeks of 100% paid parental leave
• Career development opportunities
• Whole person well-being resources
• Mental health resources and support
• Pet benefits

Additional Requirements

• Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law
• Physical requirements apply; see employer documentation for details