Nurse Educator - Palo Alto Hospital

Company: University Health
Location: Pleasanton
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

The Clinical Nurse Educator serves as a clinical expert, educator, and mentor for health system. This role partners with clinical leadership and frontline staff to support evidence-based practice, education, and professional development. The Clinical Nurse Educator functions in a team-based environment to strengthen clinical practice, promote quality outcomes, and support ongoing staff competency and growth. Key Responsibilities Serve as a clinical expert and educational resource for nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams Design, develop, and implement clinical education programs using adult learning principles Support onboarding, competency validation, and ongoing professional development initiatives Mentor and coach clinical staff to promote best practices and high-quality patient care Collaborate with leadership to identify learning needs and support clinical practice improvements Evaluate education outcomes and adjust programming to meet evolving clinical needs Education & Experience Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required National nursing certification required Minimum of two (2) years of full-time Registered Nurse experience required; five (5) years preferred Demonstrated experience in curriculum development and application of adult learning principles required Licensure & Certifications Current State of Texas licensure as a Registered Nurse required Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) / Health Care Provider certification required What We Offer Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits Opportunity to support a new, state-of-the-art specialty hospital Mission-driven organization with a strong focus on education and professional growth Collaborative, team-oriented clinical environment

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