When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
As Lahey continues to grow, we are seeking experienced and qualified Unit Educator RN for our Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) / Cardiothoracic Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (CT PACU). The SICU is a 24-bed acute intensive care area specializing in the care of patients following major trauma, postoperative multi-system failure and liver or kidney transplants. The experienced and highly skilled nurses in the SICU also provide care to patients following surgery in the CT PACU. The patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:1 or 2:1 throughout all shifts. Using the latest technologies, nursing staff provide care to patients requiring ventilatory support, hemodynamic monitoring, ICP monitoring, CRRT, IABP and BIVADS, in addition to providing support and comfort to the families of these patients.
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.
Job Description:
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.
