EDUCATION SPECIALIST FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT 24507
Bergen New Bridge Medical CenterNew Jersey, United States
Posted January 23, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is a 1,070‑bed not‑for‑profit safety‑net hospital and the largest public health facility in New Jersey, affiliated with Rutgers University. It delivers comprehensive acute, ambulatory, and emergency care—including surgical suites, cardiology, stroke care, and 24/7 emergency services—while also offering behavioral health, addiction treatment, and specialized long‑term care such as Alzheimer’s units, hospice, and a Korean‑language program. The center’s extensive network—covering 99.9 % of New Jersey residents and the VA Community Care Network—provides seamless access to primary care via satellite clinics and CareRite Now locations in supermarkets. Recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader, Bergen New Bridge combines large‑scale clinical capacity with a commitment to inclusive, community‑focused care.
Job Description
The Education Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing education programs for nursing staff, including orientation programs, in-services, and continuing education programs. The position requires a strong understanding of adult learning principles, clinical nursing skills, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Requirements
- Current NJ licensure as RN required
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor certification required
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required
- American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required
- Certification in specialty preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical experience
- Teaching experience preferred
- Knowledge of principles of teaching the adult learner
- Clinical nursing skills and expertise
- Basic computer skills in Windows (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Good organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the positions