Clinical Practice Specialist, (RN Nurse Educator) Inpatient Surgical Services
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Clinical Practice Specialist, (RN Nurse Educator) Inpatient Surgical Services
Job ID: REF39622T
Area of Interest: Nursing
Location: Towson,MD US
Hours of Work: M-F 8:00a-4:30p
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you’re coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You’re embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you’ll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade ‘A’ hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we’ve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.
The Clinical Practice Specialist (CPS) is a dynamic clinical educator responsible for supporting evidence-based practice, professional development, and clinical competency across the Inpatient Surgical Services division—including the Cardiac Surgery Step-Down Unit, Inpatient Surgical Units, and Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSU). The CPS serves as a collaborative leader, mentor, and resource, working closely with clinical staff, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary partners to ensure high-quality, safe patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Education & Rounding
• Conduct regular unit-based rounding to observe clinical practice, provide real-time coaching, and support staff education.
• Prioritize and deliver education based on unit needs, safety trends, and quality metrics.
Competency Validation & Tracking
• Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of nursing orientation and annual competencies.
• Utilize online orientation and competency supporting platforms to ensure accurate tracking of clinical development and skill validation.
Orientation & Preceptor Support
• Collaborate with nurse managers and unit clinical leaders to coordinate and monitor orientation for new hires.
• Maintain consistent communication with orientees and preceptors, addressing progress, challenges, and development plans.
Instructional Delivery
• Design and facilitate targeted education such as simulations, skills labs, micro-learnings, and Lunch & Learns.
• Provide weekly educational updates to assigned nursing units and ensure access to relevant resources across the division.
Leadership Collaboration
• Participate in unit huddles, weekly 1:1 meetings with nurse managers, and CCE leadership meetings.
• Align educational efforts with divisional goals and strategic priorities.
Professional Practice Development
• Mentor Senior Clinical Nurses (SCNs), support shared governance councils, and promote professional growth.
• Serve as a clinical resource to reinforce evidence-based practice and policy adherence at the bedside.
System & Organizational Engagement
• Attend safety huddles, CCE meetings, PCS leadership meetings, and executive rounds.
• Actively contribute to organizational initiatives that advance clinical excellence and nurse development.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (required)
- Master’s Degree (required or to be initiated within 8 month of position)
- BLS (AHA / required)
- BLS Instructor (preferred or willing to obtain)
- Current license to practice professional nursing in the state.
- ACLS required for all cardiac and ICU’s (optional for other areas)
- PALS and NRP required if covering Maternal Child including the NICU
- 3-5 years nursing experience (required)
- 2-4 years in specialty area (preferred)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $49.35-$74.05
- Other Compensation (if applicable):