Clinical Educator (RN, BSN) - Operating Room
Company: Backus Hospital
Location: Ledyard
Posted on: January 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309) Shift Detail:
predominantly on Shift 1 but intermittent obligations to meet with
off-shift staff Work where every moment matters. Every day, more
than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one
thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters
here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most
comprehensive healthcare network. Since 1893, Backus Hospital has
been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern
Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London
and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR
helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of
high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of
our communities. JOB SUMMARY The Nursing Professional Development
(NPD) Practitioner is a Register Nurse with NPD practice judgement
and expertise who influence professional role competence and growth
of learners. The NPD practitioner is responsible for supporting
learners within the context and framework of the Nursing
Professional Development, Scope and Standards practice as approved
by the American Nurses Association. This position works in
collaboration with nursing leadership to foster and influence
competency management, clinical nursing education, professional
role development, policy standardization, collaborative
partnerships, scientific inquiry, transition to practice and
onboarding/orientation of new Hartford HealthCare colleagues. The
practitioner is an essential member of the nursing leadership team
who promotes the alignment of regional NPD and practice excellence
with the HHC system as a whole. Qualifications BSN required;
enrollment in a Master’s program with degree completion within two
years of hire date preferred. Minimum of 3 years of active clinical
nursing experience with at least 1 year of experience in an acute
care environment. Experience as a preceptor. Experience as a
perioperative nurse. One year of relevant teaching experience
preferred, nursing professional development and/or specialty area
preferred. Licensure, Certification, Registration Licensed
Registered Nurse from the CT DPH obtained prior to hire date. NPD
or Clinical Specialty Certification within two years of hire
hire/transfer. BLS required. CNOR certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements Demonstrates ability to
develop, deliver and evaluate educational programs. Working
knowledge of high reliability and LEAN process improvement
strategies. Demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to
education as a methodology for promoting continuous quality
improvement in the delivery of patient care and services. Knowledge
of the principles/theories of adult learning. Knowledge of unit
based orientation plans. Strong skills in the process of
educational needs assessments. Excellent communication skills, both
verbal and written. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a
fast-paced environment. Must be able to work independently as well
as part of a collaborative team. Proficient in Microsoft Word,
PowerPoint and strong skills in excel We take great care of
careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare
offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping
to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community
education to countless men, women and children. We know that a
thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a
competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
Every moment matters. And this is your moment .
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