Nurse Educator- Critical Care- Cardiac ICU- 40hrs

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Job Description: Unit-Based Nurse Educator – Cardiac ICU / CCU Lahey Hospital & Medical Center is seeking an experienced and passionate Unit-Based Nurse Educator (UBE) to support our 16-bed Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Coronary Care Unit (CCU). This role is dedicated to advancing clinical excellence through education, competency validation, and professional development for nurses caring for critically ill cardiac patients. The Cardiac ICU/CCU provides highly specialized care utilizing advanced cardiac technologies, including intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP), Impella devices, and other mechanical circulatory support modalities. As the Unit-Based Nurse Educator, you will play a key role in ensuring staff are well-prepared to deliver safe, evidence-based care while meeting regulatory and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinically strong cardiac nurse with a passion for education to influence practice, mentor staff, and contribute to a culture of continuous learning in a high-acuity critical care environment. Why Work at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center? At Lahey, nursing is at the heart of everything we do. We are nationally recognized for nursing excellence, shared governance, professional autonomy, and a culture that values inquiry, innovation, and lifelong learning. What sets Lahey apart: Magnet® Designation – Reflecting our commitment to nursing excellence, quality outcomes, and professional practice Centers of Excellence – Including nationally recognized programs in Cardiac Care, Critical Care, Oncology, Neurosciences, Orthopedics, and more Strong Professional Development Culture – Robust support for nurse educators, preceptors, and clinical leaders Academic Medical Center Environment – Opportunities to engage in evidence-based practice, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration Commitment to Growth – Career advancement pathways, leadership development, and continuing education support Collaborative & Supportive Culture – Nurses are empowered, respected, and actively involved in shaping practice Position Summary The Unit-Based Nurse Educator provides dedicated education and competency support for the Cardiac ICU/CCU. This role partners closely with nursing leadership, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support unit orientation, annual education requirements, regulatory compliance, and quality monitoring initiatives while serving as a clinical and educational resource for frontline nursing staff. Key Responsibilities Facilitate unit-based orientation for new Cardiac ICU/CCU nursing staff Coordinate and maintain annual education requirements, including regulatory, competency, and skills-based training Provide education related to advanced cardiac therapies and technologies, including IABP and Impella devices Support competency validation and ongoing clinical skill development Collaborate with nursing leadership to support quality monitoring, safety, and performance improvement initiatives Serve as a clinical resource for evidence-based cardiac and critical care practices Promote professional growth, clinical excellence, and a culture of continuous learning Provide flexibility for occasional nights and weekends to meet unit needs Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required Current Registered Nurse license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required Minimum of 3 years of cardiac specialty nursing experience required Additional 1–3 years of training, education, or staff development experience preferred Demonstrated proficiency with advanced cardiac technologies, including Balloon Pumps, Impellas, and IABPs Skills & Knowledge Strong knowledge of cardiac critical care nursing and evidence-based practice Excellent communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and nursing leadership Passion for education, mentorship, and advancing cardiac nursing practice Commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance Join Us! If you are passionate about cardiac care and nursing education and want to make a meaningful impact within a highly specialized critical care environment, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center offers an exceptional opportunity to grow and lead. Apply today and become part of a Magnet organization where nurses lead, grow, and make a difference. Pay Range: $38.11 - $98.23 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

Salary : $38 - $98