Surgical & Procedural Education RN - Operating Room

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

JOB DETAILS
Department: Operating Room
FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per pay period)
Workdays: Monday - Friday
Shift(s): Day/Evening rotating
Shift Length: 8 hours
Location: In-Person
Other: on-call per unit policy

Purpose of this position: At Hennepin Healthcare, we stand in the forefront of healthcare and nursing practice to achieve our mission of partnering with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone, while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research.

The Surgical and Procedural Educator RN is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating education and professional development programs that support safe, high-quality, and evidence-based care across surgical and procedural settings. This role partners closely with nursing leadership, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to support onboarding, competency validation, ongoing education, and continuous improvement while advancing patient- and family-centered care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and evaluate orientation, onboarding, and ongoing education programs for surgical and procedural staff
• Apply adult learning theory and evidence-based educational practices to support staff competency and professional growth
• Serve as a clinical and educational resource for perioperative and procedural nursing practice
• Assess learning needs using quality data, regulatory requirements, and operational priorities
• Develop and maintain competency tools, education materials, and learning documentation
• Support novice-to-expert development, remediation plans, and role-specific competencies
• Collaborate with nursing leaders, physicians, and interdisciplinary partners to support quality, safety, and efficiency initiatives
• Integrate evidence-based practice, research, and patient- and family-centered care principles into education programs
• Support regulatory readiness, accreditation standards, and organizational policies
• Utilize technology and innovative teaching strategies to enhance learning outcomes
• articipate in projects and initiatives that advance professional nursing practice and patient care
• Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of Minnesota

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
• Master's degree in nursing, Education, or a related field required, or active enrollment in a master's program with completion within 5 years
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of recent acute care, surgical, or procedural nursing experience
• Demonstrated experience in staff education, precepting, clinical instruction, or professional development
  -OR-
• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in nursing or a related field
• Certification such as NPD-BC, CNOR, or other relevant specialtyvcertification
• Experience in a Level I trauma center or complex surgical environment
• Experience supporting regulatory, accreditation, or quality improvement initiatives

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of perioperative and/or procedural nursing practice
• Proven curriculum development, facilitation, and presentation skills
• Excellent communication, consultation, and collaboration abilities
• Ability to evaluate education outcomes and apply data to improve learning effectiveness
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficiency with computer applications, learning management systems, and presentation software

License/Certifications

• Possession of a valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of Minnesota

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.