Clinical Education Specialist

Description

St. Croix Health is seeking a skilled, passionate Clinical Education Specialist to join our team on a casual, as-needed basis to enhance our educational initiatives and promote best practices in patient care. 

The Clinical Education Specialist will develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs and initiatives that enhance learning outcomes for St. Croix Health staff leading to best practice, evidenced based care for patients. This position requires strong communication skills, a deep understanding of educational and clinical best practices, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive and engaged learning environment.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop educational programs and curricula tailored to diverse learning needs and standards in partnership with St. Croix Health stakeholders.
• Provide training and support to staff utilizing effective teaching strategies, instructional materials, and assessment tools. 
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs through data analysis, assessments, and feedback from stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with leaders, stakeholders, and subject matter experts to create educational initiatives and enhance student learning.
• Stay current with educational research, trends, and best practices to inform program development and implementation.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and program outcomes to stakeholders.

Requirements

Education & Licensure: 

• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license (active in Wisconsin or Minnesota)

Certifications:

• Must maintain certification as an instructor in classes that are developed and maintained by nationally recognized organization (e.g., AHA, ENA, etc.).
• Current BLS required

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in education, curriculum development, or instructional designinimum of five (5) years of healthcare clinical experience 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in educational technology and learning management systems.
• Expert in curriculum design
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Innovative thinker with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Culturally competent and sensitive to the diverse needs of staff and patients.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times 

St. Croix Health has been a healing force in the St. Croix Valley for over 103 years. We are a purpose-driven organization with a dedicated team committed to serving our patients and communities throughout the St. Croix Valley. This commitment is rooted in our mission, vision and values. 

Mission:  We help people live healthier, happier, and longer lives.              

Vision:  To transform from quality sick care to quality well care that is sustainable and affordable. 

Values:  People Centered, Trust, Innovation, and Growth. 

Here at St. Croix Health we offer our employees with a robust benefits package that includes: 

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• 403b retirement program with employer match
• Paid time off
• Short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance options
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellbeing incentive program
• Free parking
• Employee prescription discount program

St. Croix Health is a not-for-profit healthcare system located in St. Croix Falls, WI dedicated to helping people live healthier, happier, and longer lives. St. Croix Health offers the services of 80+ providers and 20 specialties with five community clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin all supported by a critical access hospital on the main campus in St. Croix Falls, just an hour northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul. Nestled in the bluffs of the St. Croix River Valley, St. Croix Falls is the ideal place to work, live and play.