Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Nurse Educator (Nurse Instructor) - (2500074Z)

Description

Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children, part of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH), is seeking a Nurse Educator (RN) to play an essential role in shaping the professional growth and clinical excellence of staff by designing and delivering meaningful education and training programs. This position offers the opportunity to influence the quality of patient care by creating engaging learning experiences that align with best practices, adult learning principles, and regulatory requirements. Working closely with clinical leaders and subject matter experts, the Clinical Educator ensures that staff receive the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.

This is a dynamic role for someone who thrives at the intersection of education and clinical practice. By fostering a culture of continuous learning, the Nurse Educator supports the development of a highly skilled workforce while contributing to organizational compliance and quality improvement. With the chance to lead orientation, ongoing education, and specialized training, this position is ideal for a professional who values collaboration, innovation, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both staff and patient outcomes.

The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 - 4:30, with weekends off.

Please Note: This position requires a current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

Employees in this position will be required to perform mandatory overtime.

Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):

• Assess clinical training needs by collaborating with department leaders and reviewing existing programs.
• Plan, develop, and implement education and training initiatives that align with staff learning needs, patient care requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Oversee and maintain clinical competency programs, including role-specific orientation, ongoing training, and specialized education for all staff, contracted personnel, and affiliates.
• Develop and deliver facility-wide orientation, annual mandatory training, and just-in-time education for high-risk procedures and unique patient populations.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and leadership to create and update policies, procedures, and training materials that support compliance and best practices.
• Provide instruction in workplace violence prevention (MANDT), CPR, and other essential clinical skills.
• Partner with the Quality Management Department to ensure education and training meet Joint Commission and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor, track, and maintain accurate records of staff compliance, competencies, and education files.
• Coordinate and deliver training on new clinical equipment and products while promoting educational opportunities across the organization.
• Actively participate in audits, committees, and quality improvement initiatives related to clinical education and training.

Required Qualifications:

• Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.
• Strong knowledge of nursing training methods, techniques, and adult learning principles.
• Proven ability to plan, conduct, and evaluate effective education and training programs.
• Skill in interpreting and applying laws, rules, and regulations relevant to clinical education and compliance.
• Proficiency in preparing and utilizing charts, graphs, tables, and other instructional tools.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to give and receive clear instructions.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Sound judgment and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate and guide others in achieving objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Certified Nurse Educator.
• Record of fostering and promoting a learning environment conducive to lifelong learning which promotes critical and reflective thinking, engaging, and developing staff.
• Competence in maintaining accurate records and exercise discretion in handling confidential information (HIPAA).
• Talent for assisting and working with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Strong familiarity with regulatory framework as it relates to the Joint Commission, CMS, Department of Public Health and OSHA standards.

DPH Mission and Vision:

The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is to promote and protect health and wellness and prevent injury and illness for all people, prioritizing racial equity in health by improving equitable access to quality public health and health care services and partnering with communities most impacted by health inequities and structural racism.

We envision a Commonwealth with an equitable and just public health system that supports optimal well-being for all people in Massachusetts, centering those with systemically and culturally oppressed identities and circumstances.

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Pre-Offer Process:

A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori

Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines

Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website.

If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete the ADA Reasonable Accommodation Online Request Form.

For questions, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-510-4122 ext. 4.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience as a registered nurse in a recognized hospital, clinic or medical facility and (B) of which at least two years must have been in a supervisory, administrative, or managerial capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Graduate degree with a major in Nursing may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.* No substitutions will be allowed for the required (B) experience.

• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL LEVELS IN SERIES: Current and valid registration as a professional nurse under the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing .*

• Recent graduates from an approved school of nursing must have applied for the first available registered nurse examination.

Special Requirements: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's license may be required.

Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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Title 101 CMR 23.00 (“Regulation”) requires certain agency staff to have received the COVID-19 vaccination and Influenza vaccination, or have taken required mitigation measures, to prevent viral infection and transmission in State Hospitals and State Congregate Care Facilities. The Regulation applies to this position. Successful candidates will be required to acknowledge and attest to your vaccination status for both COVID-19 and Influenza.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title: Nursing Instructor

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Canton-3 Randolph Street

Job

: Medical Services

Agency

: Department of Public Health

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day

Job Posting

: Oct 23, 2025, 7:34:03 PM

Number of Openings

: 1

Salary

: 102,746.80 - 171,449.46 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Sandra Semedo - 6173524250

Bargaining Unit: 07-MNA - Professional Health Care

Confidential: No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: No

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