Director, Pediatric and Young Adult Clinical Education

Job Description

Job Description

The Director of Pediatric and Young AdultClinical Education is responsible for developing, coordinating, and deliveringeducational programs that support clinical excellence in the care of pediatricand young adult populations. This role involves creating orientation andtraining programs, facilitating ongoing professional development, andsupporting clinical staff through in-service education. The Directorcollaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support clinical competency andensure regulatory compliance, while also contributing to infection preventionand control initiatives across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and evaluate orientation and continuing education programs for nursing and clinical staff working with pediatric and young adult patients.
• Deliver in-service education sessions and competency training in accordance with facility policies and standards of care.
• Work collaboratively with clinical leaders to assess staff educational needs and respond with tailored training solutions.
• Support quality improvement, safety, and infection prevention initiatives through targeted educational efforts.
• Maintain thorough documentation of staff participation, competency evaluations, and program effectiveness.
• Serve as an expert resource on pediatric and young adult clinical best practices and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Education, or a related healthcare field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical education, preferably in pediatric or young adult care.
• Strong presentation, leadership, and organizational skills with the ability to develop curriculum and deliver effective training sessions.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – preferred

Brooklyn is one of the most culturally dynamic and diverseareas of New York City, offering world-class dining, historic neighborhoods,vibrant arts, and convenient access to Manhattan. With its deep sense ofcommunity and growing healthcare sector, it’s an exciting place to grow yourcareer in nursing leadership.