Regional Nurse Education Specialist - RN
Company: Fltr New Mexico
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: February 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview: At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving
the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and
exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care
industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and
supportive work environment where every team member is valued and
empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced
professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities
for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join
us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and
residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we
serve. Responsibilities: Are you a passionate, results-driven
nursing educator ready to make a significant impact on clinical
outcomes and staff competency? Join our team as a Market Nurse
Education Specialist and play a vital role in shaping the future of
high-quality, person-centered care across our Skilled Nursing
Facilities (SNFs) in your assigned market. This role is critical
for ensuring our nursing teams are equipped with evidence-based
knowledge, skills, and best practices needed to deliver safe,
compliant, and exceptional care. You will be a clinical resource, a
mentor, and a leader in fostering a culture of continuous learning
and professional growth. Position Highlights *Lead Educational
Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of standardized
clinical education strategies that utilize current nursing theory,
evidence, and regulatory requirements to foster improved clinical
outcomes and advanced competency. *Program Delivery: Coordinate and
deliver comprehensive clinical education programs, including new
employee orientation, annual competencies, and targeted skills
training (e.g., wound care, infection control, IV therapy, cardiac
monitoring). *Needs Assessment: Conduct system and site needs
assessments to identify educational gaps, prioritize initiatives,
and develop curricula that address the professional development
needs of staff from novice to expert levels. *Competency &
Compliance: Monitor and evaluate staff competency and performance,
ensuring strict compliance with clinical standards and
state/federal regulations. *Quality Improvement & Support: Work
with clinical leadership to analyze clinical outcomes, develop
targeted educational interventions, and support facilities in
survey readiness and corrective action planning. *Team Leadership &
Coaching: Provide coaching, mentorship, and support to center Nurse
Practice Educator(s) to build a high-performing education team
focused on accountability and a learning culture of excellence.
*Policy Implementation: Support the consistent implementation of
corporate clinical policies, procedures, and quality initiatives.
*Collaborative Leadership: Collaborate with the Market Clinical
Advisor, Directors of Nursing, and Interdisciplinary Teams, and
mentor new clinical leaders to promote consistency in clinical
operations and care delivery. *Travel: Routinely travel across
assigned facilities to provide on-site education, support, and
oversight. *Stay Current: Maintain current knowledge of regulatory
requirements, best practices, and emerging trends in post-acute and
long-term care nursing. Qualifications: *Must be a graduate of an
accredited School of Nursing with a current registered nurse (RN)
licensed by the State Board of Nursing is required. *MSN required
*Certification in a specialty area is strongly preferred. *Minimum
of five (3) years full-time or equivalent clinical experience in
education required. Two years of clinical experience in Long Term
Care / Post-Acute Care Benefits: *Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts *Employee
Assistance Program to support mental health *Employee Foundation to
financially assist through unforeseen hardships *Health, Dental,
Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off *Free 24/7
virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem
medically enrolled employees and their immediate family members
*On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion
of the money you’ve already earned We also offer several voluntary
insurances such as: *Pet Insurance *Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability *Hospital Indemnity *Personal Accident
*Critical Illness *Cancer Coverage Restrictions apply based on
collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors
such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of
service. Posted Salary Range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $160,000.00
/Yr.
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