**Description** Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work? Penn Medicine is seeking a full-time **Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE)** to support the **Perioperative Unit** at **Penn Presbyterian Medical Center** . This advanced clinical role combines patient care, education, research, and consultation to promote high-quality, evidence-based nursing practice and enhance staff development. As a key clinical leader, the CNE helps implement practice standards, foster professional growth, and drive initiatives that improve patient outcomes. The role requires strong collaboration across departments and involves guiding the nursing team through regulatory readiness and patient safety initiatives, especially in the perioperative setting. **Key Responsibilities:** **Clinical Leadership & Education** + Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing practice standards + Promote evidence-based care and support continuous learning among staff + Lead education initiatives and serve as a mentor and clinical resource **Evidence-Based Practice & Research** + Integrate current research and clinical guidelines into practice + Participate in quality improvement initiatives and outcomes evaluation + Contribute to interdisciplinary care plans **Patient Safety & Regulatory Readiness** + Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements + Conduct risk assessments and participate in root cause analyses (RCA) + Partner with quality teams to develop and implement safety strategies **Professionalism & Advocacy** + Uphold the ANA Code of Ethics and nursing standards + Encourage staff engagement in professional organizations and continuing education + Act as a liaison and advocate for staff and patients **Collaboration & Communication** + Facilitate interprofessional teamwork and healthy work environments + Use coaching, role-modeling, and conflict resolution strategies + Promote patient- and family-centered care through effective communication **Technology & Informatics** + Leverage EMR and data systems to support clinical decision-making + Evaluate new technologies and educate staff on their use **Continuous Quality Improvement** + Use QI methods to identify and address care delivery challenges + Provide consultation on clinical issues, protocols, and process improvements + Assist in developing cost-effective, outcome-driven care plans **Qualifications:** + **Required:** + Current RN license in Pennsylvania + BSN + BLS certification + Operating Room/perioperative experience + **Preferred:** + MSN or currently enrolled in a graduate program **Why Penn Medicine:** At Penn Medicine, nurses lead with purpose, integrity, and innovation. As a Clinical Nurse Educator, you’ll be part of a health system that prioritizes excellence in patient care, research, and professional development. **Apply today to make a meaningful impact in perioperative nursing at Penn Presbyterian.** We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Live Your Life's Work We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. REQNUMBER: 273162