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Critical Care Nurse Educator
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bismarck, ND, 58501
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 35.38-50.69 HOUR
Date Posted : 1 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Nurse Educator – Critical Care/ICU
CHI St. Alexius Health | Bismarck, ND
Are you the kind of nurse who lights up when you’re teaching, mentoring, and elevating everyone around you? Do you geek out over evidence-based practice, love shaping clinical excellence, and want to help build a powerhouse Critical Care team? Then we’d love to meet you!
In this dynamic RN role, you’ll be the driving force behind clinical education, staff development, and professional growth within our Critical Care/ICU Department. You’ll guide nurses toward practice excellence, strengthen our patient-care culture, and play a vital part in creating the safest, highest-quality care environment possible.
What You’ll Do
Lead the planning, research, coordination, and evaluation of education and professional development programs—aligned with CHI Health’s nursing vision and campus goals.
Serve as a clinical expert, mentor, change agent, and trusted leader for our nursing teams.
Partner with organizational, divisional, and system leaders to support initiatives that enhance nursing practice and patient outcomes.
Bring cutting-edge, evidence-based research into the real world—translating findings into meaningful, measurable improvements in care.
Provide clinical insight and leadership for quality improvement projects throughout Critical Care.
Shape the full journey of nursing professional development, including onboarding, orientation, nurse residency, fellowships, competency processes, and preceptor/mentor programs.
Create and refine educational resources using adult-learning principles, organizational development strategies, and system-wide standards.
Why This Role Matters
You won’t just be teaching—you’ll be influencing the future of Critical Care nursing. Your work directly impacts patient safety, team confidence, and the strength of our ICU.
Who We’re Looking For
A passionate educator. A natural mentor. A nurse who thrives in fast-paced, high-acuity environments and wants to empower others to do the same.
If you’re ready to inspire, develop, and elevate an exceptional Critical Care team, we want you here—helping us deliver extraordinary care every single day.
Work Agreement
- FTE Status - 1.0, 80 hours biweekly
- Shift Type - Days Monday - Friday
- Shift Length- 0800-1630
- On Call Expectations - none
- Weekend/Holiday Frequency: none
What You Bring to the Table
Required:
BSN in Nursing (with the commitment to complete your MSN within five years of your start date — we’ll cheer you on the whole way).
Active, unencumbered RN compact multistate license eligible for practice in North Dakota.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
At least three years of relevant nursing experience—the kind that gives you both clinical confidence and real-world perspective.
Preferred:
MSN with a focus in Education — if you love the academic side of nursing, we love you already.
Specialty nursing certification in your clinical area—because you take excellence seriously.
Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.
CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.
CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.
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Frequently asked questions
A Critical Care Nurse Educator mentors clinical staff by integrating evidence-based practices tailored to ICU demands, fostering professional growth and enhancing patient safety. They design targeted education programs that elevate critical care nursing skills, ensuring teams are confident and competent in managing complex patient scenarios.
To qualify, candidates must hold a BSN with plans to pursue an MSN, possess an active RN compact license valid in North Dakota, and have a minimum of three years’ critical care nursing experience. Certification in specialty areas and BLS are also highly valued, reflecting the region’s emphasis on clinical expertise.
Unlike bedside nurses, this role involves leading educational initiatives, translating research into practice, and acting as a change agent to improve care quality. The position requires fostering staff development through orientation and residency programs, directly impacting the ICU team’s overall clinical excellence.
Catholic Health Initiatives’ commitment to compassionate, high-quality care creates an environment where nurse educators can champion holistic patient safety and staff empowerment. Their values-driven approach supports innovation in clinical education, enabling educators to nurture a resilient and collaborative critical care workforce.
This position offers the chance to join a historic, regionally respected health system with comprehensive inpatient services and a focus on nursing excellence. Working here means contributing to a legacy of care advancement while benefiting from a supportive community and a schedule that prioritizes work-life balance.
In Bismarck, Critical Care Nurse Educators typically earn between $85,000 and $100,000 annually, reflecting local healthcare demands and cost of living. This range is competitive, slightly below metropolitan areas, but balanced by the region’s quality of life and strong institutional support.
North Dakota’s growing healthcare needs, especially in specialized nursing education, have increased demand for skilled educators in places like Bismarck. This translates into favorable hiring conditions, with employers seeking professionals who can elevate ICU nursing standards amid evolving patient care complexities.
CHI St. Alexius encourages ongoing academic advancement, such as pursuing an MSN with an education focus, specialty certifications, and leadership training. These opportunities align with their vision of clinical excellence, ensuring educators remain at the forefront of critical care innovations and teaching methodologies.
This position plays a pivotal role in quality improvement by providing clinical insights and guiding education that addresses identified care gaps. The educator collaborates with nursing leadership to implement evidence-based strategies that enhance patient outcomes and reinforce safety protocols within the critical care unit.