Location: New York, NY 10025 Job Type: 13+ Contract Schedule: 4×10 or 5×8 – Must be flexible for both Hours: 40 hours/week Local:$95/hr on W2 (Without Benefits)
Travel Pay Package:
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Education Manager for a local/travel contract opportunity in New York, NY. This position will support nursing education and clinical practice.
The ideal candidate must have strong nursing education and leadership experience, with a background in Critical Care, Med-Surg, or Stepdown nursing. MSN is required.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support nursing practice using relationship-centered care principles.
Provide education, training, mentorship, and preceptorship to nursing staff and students.
Promote lifelong learning, evidence-based practice, clinical excellence, and professional development.
Serve as a professional role model and clinical leader.
Assess and validate staff competencies and provide meaningful feedback.
Support implementation of hourly care checks and patient-experience initiatives.
Collaborate with Nurse Managers, Assistant Nurse Managers, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
Address patient-care concerns and support service recovery when needed.
Develop, implement, and manage nursing education programs and budgets.
Maintain and evaluate educational records and reporting systems.
Participate in nursing research, pilot programs, and quality improvement initiatives.
Conduct meetings and educational activities related to assigned units.
Ensure education and care practices are appropriate for different patient age groups.
Promote a safe environment and maintain high standards of clinical practice.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) – Required
Active New York State RN License
BLS certification
ACLS certification
Strong nursing education and leadership/management experience
Critical Care, Med-Surg, or Stepdown experience required
Demonstrated experience in nursing education and/or administration
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Additional Requirements
Must be flexible to work either 4×10 or 5×8 schedule
MSN is required
Professional board certification in clinical specialty preferred
ONS Chemotherapy Administration Certification required if assigned to Oncology