Director of Clinical Education (RN)

<p>Join a Mission-Driven Organization Making a Lasting Impact</p> <p>Are you a passionate nursing leader with a love for education and clinical excellence? This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of medically complex children and young adults. Our client — a nationally recognized pediatric long-term care and rehabilitation center — is seeking a Director of Clinical Education to lead and inspire a culture of continuous learning, professional growth, and compassionate, evidence-based care.<br /> In this role, you’ll have the chance to design and implement dynamic education programs, mentor talented clinicians, and strengthen professional practice standards across the organization — all within a supportive, collaborative environment that truly puts children first.</p> <p>Title:Director of Clinical Education<br /> Location: Westchester County, NY<br /> Salary + Benefits: $140,000 – $155,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities</p> <p>Responsibilities of the Director of Clinical Education:<br /> Lead the planning, development, and implementation of organization-wide educational programs for all clinical departments.<br /> Develop and maintain evidence-based policies and procedures to ensure high-quality, resident-centered care.<br /> Evaluate staff competencies in partnership with department managers and oversee ongoing clinical skill development.<br /> Foster a learning culture through needs assessments, mentorship, and innovative teaching strategies.<br /> Coordinate and deliver new hire orientation, mandated in-service training, and continuing education initiatives.<br /> Partner with Quality and Nursing teams to identify and address clinical performance improvement opportunities.<br /> Support readiness for regulatory inspections and ensure compliance with all education-related standards.<br /> Supervise and mentor clinical educators and educational support staff.<br /> Serve as a clinical resource to staff, residents, and families to promote excellence in care delivery.<br /> Strengthen a culture of evidence-based practice, professional accountability, and compassionate service.</p> <p>Requirements of the Director of Clinical Education<br /> Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State.<br /> Master’s Degree in Nursing Education (MSN) required; Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred.<br /> Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) credential a plus.<br /> Current CPR and PALS certification.<br /> Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in medical-surgical or pediatric nursing; pediatric/adolescent rehab experience strongly preferred.<br /> At least 3 years in a clinical educator or supervisory role.<br /> Proven ability to develop and implement interdisciplinary educational programs and evaluate their effectiveness.<br /> Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and performance improvement processes.<br /> Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.<br /> Proficiency with EMR systems and educational technologies.<br /> Ability to work a full-time, on-site Monday–Friday schedule (occasional weekends as needed).</p> <p>For further consideration, send resume or email to Alexg@smitharnold.com VP of recruitment or call 914-774-8202</p>