RN Clinical Educator | Interventional Radiology | Cardiac Cath Lab

**RN Clinical Educator | Interventional Radiology | Cardiac Cath Lab** Full Time, 72 hrs. biweekly, Mon. - Fri., Dayshift Meritus Health is seeking an experienced **Registered Nurse Clinical Educator** to support our Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab), Interventional Radiology (IR), and Vascular Services. This dynamic educator will play a critical role in developing and delivering educational programs that promote clinical excellence, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and professional growth across procedural services. The Clinical Educator serves as a clinical expert and trusted resource for nursing, technologists, and ancillary staff while partnering with leaders, physicians, quality teams, and interdisciplinary stakeholders to advance evidence-based practice and optimize patient outcomes. **Key Responsibilities:** * Develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate orientation, onboarding, competency validation, and continuing education programs for Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, and Vascular Services staff. * Facilitate new employee orientation, specialty education, annual competencies, and ongoing professional development initiatives. * Collaborate with department leadership to identify educational needs and create targeted learning plans that support strategic and operational goals. * Promote evidence-based practice by integrating current clinical guidelines, regulatory standards, and best practices into educational offerings. * Serve as a clinical expert and mentor for registered nurses, technologists, and ancillary team members, fostering clinical confidence and professional growth. * Support the implementation of new technologies, equipment, procedures, and clinical workflows through education and competency validation. * Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives by analyzing data, identifying opportunities, and developing educational interventions. * Assist with accreditation and regulatory readiness, ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, state regulations, and professional practice standards. * Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, leadership, Infection Prevention, Quality, and other interdisciplinary teams to improve patient care and clinical outcomes. * Maintain documentation of education, competency assessments, certifications, and required regulatory training. * Encourage specialty certification and lifelong learning among staff while promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and engagement. **Minimum Qualifications:** Education - BSN or higher required. MSN required-must be obtained within 5 years if not currently held. Master's in nursing education preferred. Experience - **Minimum of 5 years recent experience in an acute care setting. 3 years in Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology required.** Licensure/Certification - Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Maryland or compact license. BLS required, ACLS required, Specialty certification preferred (or obtained within 1 year of eligibility) Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Strong interpersonal, communication, and teaching skills; Knowledge of procedural processes/equipment/supplies, hemodynamics, sedation, and radiation safety; Has a full spectrum practice of IR and cardiology; Proficiency in computer systems and clinical documentation tools. **Caring for Our Team**** **We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role. **Happy to Help** At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.