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Nurse Educator, Pre-Operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state
  • 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in Pre-Operative, PACU, Perioperative Services, Ambulatory Surgery, Critical Care, Emergency Department, or Surgical Services
  • Preferred: 1–2 years of clinical education experience

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and revise orientation, education, and competency programs specific to Pre-Op and PACU clinical practice
  • Design educational curricula, training materials, and learning activities that align with evidence-based standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals
  • Plan, facilitate, and evaluate educational sessions, workshops, simulations, and continuing education opportunities for nursing and healthcare personnel
  • Conduct clinical competency assessments and skills validations to ensure safe and effective patient care throughout the perioperative continuum

Key facts

Hard skills

Continuing Medical Education Perioperative Nursing Nursing Clinical Assessments Evidence-Based Practice Regulatory Compliance Electronic Health Record Applications

Other skills

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Social Skills
  • Time Management

About the company

Brigham and Women's Hospital logo

Brigham and Women's Hospital

Hospitals & Health Care

Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) is an international leader in virtually every area of medicine and has been the site of pioneering breakthroughs that have improved lives around the world. A major teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BWH has a legacy of excellence that continues to grow. With two outstanding hospitals, over 150 outpatient practices, and over 1,200 physicians, we serve patients from New England, throughout the United States, and from 120 countries around the world. The BWH name is a reflection of our history. In 1980 three of Boston’s oldest and most prestigious Harvard Medical School teaching hospitals - the Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, the Robert Breck Brigham Hospital, and the Boston Hospital for Women – merged to form Brigham and Women’s Hospital. As a national leader in improving health care quality and safety, we have helped to develop some of the industry’s best practices including computerized physician order entry (CPOE) to prevent medication errors. The CPOE is now a nationally-accepted safety practice. The BWH Biomedical Research Institute (BRI) is one of the most powerful biomedical research institutes in the world and the second largest recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among independent hospitals in the United States. BWH has long had great success in research as measured by the number of important discoveries made, the size and scope of its research portfolio and the volume of publications annually. BWH is a training ground for physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals. We have 1,100 trainees in over 140 of the most sought after training programs in the world, and also host Harvard Medical School students in rotations throughout our programs. As our global health services expand, our clinical trainees have rich opportunities to contribute and learn in challenging environments around the world. Brigham and Women's Hospital is an EEO, AA, VEVRAA Employer.

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IndustryHospitals & Health Care
Company size10001

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Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.


 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


 

Job Summary

Responsible for developing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating educational programs and clinical training initiatives for nursing staff and healthcare professionals within the Pre-Operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) settings. Serves as a clinical resource and educator, ensuring staff competency, regulatory compliance, and adherence to evidence-based perioperative and post-anesthesia care practices. Identifies educational and professional development needs, designs learning experiences to support clinical excellence, and promotes continuous improvement in patient care outcomes. Collaborates with leadership, preceptors, and interdisciplinary teams to facilitate orientation, onboarding, competency validation, and ongoing professional development for staff.

Essential Functions

· Develop, implement, and revise orientation, education, and competency programs specific to Pre-Op and PACU clinical practice.

· Design educational curricula, training materials, and learning activities that align with evidence-based standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals.

· Plan, facilitate, and evaluate educational sessions, workshops, simulations, and continuing education opportunities for nursing and healthcare personnel.

· Conduct clinical competency assessments and skills validations to ensure safe and effective patient care throughout the perioperative continuum.

· Coordinate and support preceptor and mentorship programs for new hires, novice nurses, and students, fostering a positive learning environment.

· Assess learning needs and identify opportunities for professional growth and clinical development among staff.

· Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for perioperative nursing, patient preparation, anesthesia recovery, patient safety, and quality initiatives.

· Collaborate with department leadership to address performance improvement opportunities through targeted education and training.

· Maintain accurate records of educational activities, competency assessments, attendance, certifications, and learner outcomes.

· Support compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and organizational standards related to staff education and competency.

Required for All Jobs

· Performs other duties as assigned.

· Complies with all organizational policies, procedures, and standards.

· Provides indirect and direct patient care support as required to facilitate education, competency assessment, and clinical excellence.


 

Qualifications

Education

· Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.

· Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Certifications

Required

· Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.

Preferred

· Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification.

· Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Instructor (ACLS Instructor) Certification.

· Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Experience

Required

· 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in Pre-Operative, PACU, Perioperative Services, Ambulatory Surgery, Critical Care, Emergency Department, or Surgical Services.

Preferred

· 1–2 years of clinical education experience.

· 1–2 years of nursing leadership, charge nurse, preceptor, or supervisory experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· In-depth knowledge of perioperative nursing care, anesthesia recovery, and clinical nursing principles.

· Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and patient advocacy skills.

· Expertise in developing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based care practices and educational programs.

· Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation requirements related to perioperative and recovery services.

· Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, patients, and families.

· Leadership and coaching skills to mentor staff and foster professional development.

· Proficiency with electronic health records (EHRs), learning management systems, and healthcare technology.

· Ability to analyze data and identify trends to support quality improvement and educational initiatives.

· Commitment to lifelong learning and staying current with advancements in nursing practice and patient care.

Working Conditions

· Frequent interaction with patients, families, physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

· Exposure to clinical environments including Pre-Operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Units.

· May require occasional schedule flexibility to support staff education across shifts and departmental needs.

· Ability to move throughout clinical areas and demonstrate nursing skills and competencies as needed.

Preferred Specialty Certifications

· Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN)

· Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA)

· Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC)

These certifications are preferred and support expertise in perioperative and recovery nursing education.


 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


 

Remote Type

Onsite


 

Work Location

1153 Centre Street


 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36


 

Employee Type

Regular


 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)



 

Pay Range

$93,953.60 - $136,739.20/Annual


 

Grade

7


 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.


 

EEO Statement:

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.


 

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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