Clinical Education Specialist – Nurse Educator

Job Summary:

The Clinical Education Specialist is a registered nurse or equivalent who collaborates with the health care team to ensure safe, effective, evidence-based, and quality patient care in the ambulatory/clinic setting. The Clinical Education Specialist is responsible for designing and implementing education programs and professional development for ambulatory staff, focused on clinical outcomes, best practices, workflow optimizations, and staff/practice development.  This role serves as the primary administrator for the Learning Management System for Community Practice. The Clinical Education Specialist will build, schedule, assign, launch, monitor, and report on training modules and learning campaigns while supporting compliance with module completion, licensure and certification documentation, competency records, and other required education items. The position supports new hire check-ins, mock medical emergency drills, CPR training events, and National Sedation Certification skills check-offs.  The Clinical Education Specialist reports to the Manager of Education and Compliance and will work closely with the Quality Department, Regional Directors, Practice Leadership, and/or designee on the educational needs assessment and orientation programs for staff. The Clinical Education Specialist ensures that all competencies and skills are current and relevant for the clinic staff while acting as a change agent, leader, and role model to have all clinical staff work at the top of their licenses/certifications.  The Clinical Education Specialist will aim to reduce fragmentation through best-practice education and skill competencies to ensure that all ambulatory services are of the highest quality and implemented throughout the CU Community Practice clinics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead onboarding and orientation by developing individualized learning plans, conducting new-hire check-ins, assessing progress, and supporting staff transitioning into new roles.

• Design and deliver clinical education through in-services, workshops, competency validation, CPR training events, equipment education, and other professional development activities.

• Serve as a clinical education resource by providing subject-matter expertise, precepting, coaching, and practice-based support to clinical staff across ambulatory multispecialty clinics.

• Promote standardized and safe clinical practice by reinforcing evidence-based policies, procedures, workflows, competency expectations, and emergency preparedness through mock medical emergency drills.

• Administer the Learning Management System by building, scheduling, assigning, launching, and distributing required and role-specific training modules.

• Monitor education and regulatory compliance by tracking module completion, competencies, licensure, certifications, and National Sedation Certification skills check-offs; following up on deficiencies; maintaining accurate records; and preparing leadership reports.

• Advance quality and continuous improvement by evaluating education outcomes, updating programs based on data and feedback, supporting patient safety and workflow initiatives, and collaborating with clinic leaders and organizational partners.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, is seeking trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer a wide variety of opportunities. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to: Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more! 

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 15/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

  • Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

• Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s in Nursing Education or Adult Learning.

• Five (5) years of clinical experience in a medical office setting or ambulatory care.

• Nursing certification in specialty care area, professional development, or education.

• Certified Basic Life Support instructor.

• Experience with Ambulatory Epic, Articulate, HealthStream Learning Management.

Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

• Current healthcare provider-level BLS CPR certification, maintained throughout employment.

• Registered nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado, maintained throughout employment.

• Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned (Denver Metro Area, Colorado Springs, etc.).

• Must be able to work in person.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have strong presentation skills to showcase credibility and effectiveness.

• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

• Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations according to protocols, identify problems, and recommend solutions.

• Effectively copes with a fast-paced environment and typical job stressors.

• Computer Skills: MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word.

• Strong organizational and personal skills.

• Ability to adhere to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Trisha Ward, [email protected]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until October 3, 2026

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $83,794 to $104,742.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.