Job Description

Location: On-site at Methodist Hospital

Position: RN Educator – Neuro/Trauma/Ortho Service Line

Shift: Monday–Friday, Day Shift, with off-shift work including 1 weekend and 2 evenings per month

IU Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the #1 ranked healthcare provider in the state. We are seeking a dedicated RN Educator to join our team at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, supporting the Neuro/Trauma/Ortho service line. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to influence clinical education, foster a culture of learning, and support the development of our nursing staff.

The RN Educator provides essential clinical training and mentoring to nursing staff and support personnel, ensuring high-quality orientation, ongoing education, and competency development. Working closely with Nursing Professional Development Practitioners, the RN Educator leads onboarding activities, facilitates effective learning environments, and models clinical excellence in a fast-paced hospital setting. The educator plays a key role in promoting safety, quality, and professional growth, serving as a clinical expert and role model for staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead clinical orientation sessions within the patient care environment, emphasizing safety and quality.

• Collaborate with unit-based educators to develop efficient onboarding processes that deliver high value to new hires, preceptors, patients, and team members.

• Establish and nurture relationships with new nurses, support staff, and preceptors to create exceptional onboarding experiences.

• Evaluate clinical practice and provide constructive feedback on orientee progression and competency development.

• Support and coach preceptors to enhance onboarding effectiveness.

• Maintain flexibility to work some weekends and evenings each month to support the needs of the clinical team.

• Foster a positive learning environment through deliberate practice, meaningful feedback, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications & Requirements:

•Experience:

- 3-5 years of relevant clinical nursing experience.

•Licensure & Certifications:

- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana.

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

- Current CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications, as specified by organizational standards.

•Knowledge & Skills:

- Knowledge of adult learning principles, regulatory requirements, and educational program management.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software applications.

- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills to foster effective learning and professional development.

Why Join IU Health?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including PTO, 401(k) with match, and professional development programs

• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development

• Supportive environment committed to safety, quality, and excellence in patient care

• Work within Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system, dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement

To learn more about our benefits, visit: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.