Clinical Nurse Educator

About this Position

Posting Detail Information

Position Number
FN0254.00000

Position Title
Clinical Nurse Educator

Job Type
Faculty

FT/PT
Full-Time

Employee Class Description

General Position Description

The Clinical Nurse Educator is a 12-month faculty position within the School of Nursing, responsible for direct supervision and clinical instruction of nursing students in health care settings. Works in various healthcare environments (primarily acute and long-term care settings), serving as a professional role model and clinical expert, while providing guidance, evaluation, and mentorship to students during their clinical learning experiences. In the lab setting, offers additional support and coaching to students, focusing on skill development without direct evaluation. Plays a critical role in clinical education and development but does not include classroom teaching responsibilities.

The Clinical Nurse Educator's role is subject to annual renewal, with specific duties and time commitments varying based on operational needs, clinical site demands, accreditation requirements, and institutional resources. While responsibilities may shift, the majority of time is typically spent in direct clinical supervision within health care settings, with a smaller portion dedicated to offering support in the nursing labs and tasks such as documentation, student evaluation, and departmental collaboration.

Grade
MA

Exemption Status
Exempt

Posting Number
F1532P

Location(s)
Orlando, FL 32811 - West Campus, Kissimmee, FL 34744 - Osceola Campus

Proposed Work Schedule (Please note hours subject to change based on business needs)

• Teaching assignments may include day and evening classes
• This position requires in-person work at West and/or Osceola Campuses, as well as at clinical sites located in Orange and Osceola counties.
• The schedule may vary by semester.

Number of Vacancies
4

Posting Start Date
01/23/2026

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

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Posting Detail Information

Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details

This is a grant-funded position supported by the Perkins Grant, with an anticipated end date of August 2, 2027.

Salary Range
Salary is determined by highest earned degree based on Valencia College's Salary Schedule:

Essential Job Functions

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1. Serves as a clinical role model and mentor for nursing students in assigned healthcare settings.

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2. Supervises students' delivery of nursing care at the bedside, ensuring safe, ethical, and evidence-based practices.

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3. Evaluates students' clinical performance and maintains accurate and timely documentation of evaluations.

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4. Provides ongoing feedback, guidance, and counseling to students regarding their clinical progress.

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5. Collaborates with faculty and administration to develop and coordinate meaningful clinical learning experiences, such as simulation integration or specialty rotations.

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6. Selects appropriate clients and clinical cases to support student learning and skill development, while maintaining and ensuring quality patient care.

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7. Fosters and maintains strong relationships with clinical agency partners, acting as a liaison between the academic program and healthcare facilities.

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8. Participates in faculty and departmental meetings, trainings, and program development initiatives as needed.

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9. Upholds professional standards and complies with institutional, accreditation, and healthcare regulations.

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10. Performs other related duties as assigned.