
Nursing Education Specialist
Compensation
$108,202 - $162,406 /yr
Type
Full-time
Location
Rochester, Minnesota
Posted
Sep 18, 2026
Requirements Summary
Candidates must hold a Master's or doctoral degree in nursing or a related healthcare/education field, though those committed to degree completion within six months may be considered. A current RN license is required, and experience in educational programming is essential.
Core Responsibilities
The Nursing Education Specialist supports Medical and Radiation Oncology by planning, implementing, and evaluating educational activities for nursing staff. This role acts as a learning facilitator, mentor, and change agent to promote professional development and practice transitions.
Key Skills
Company Information
- Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
- Company Size: 10,001+ employees
- Type: Nonprofit
- Specialties: Heart Care, Cancer Treatment, Transplantation, and Neurosciences
Government Experience
- Federal Government Experience: Social Security Administration
- Government Experience Preferred: Social Security Administration
Full Job Description
This Nursing Education Specialist (NES) position will support Medical Oncology (Ei 43/44) and Radiation Oncology, along with supporting the Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Division. The NES works collaboratively to assess, plan, implement and evaluate educational activities through a systems model for Department of Nursing staff including orientation, continuing education, and competency programs. Roles of the NES include learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for Nursing Professional Development specialty and partner for practice transitions. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification. QUALIFICATIONS Master’s or doctoral degree in nursing or an associate or bachelor's degree in Nursing with a master's/doctoral degree in healthcare/education related field. Master’s or doctoral degree in Nursing education is preferred. Will consider applicants meeting all other qualifications who commit to degree completion within six months from application date. Additional Qualifications: Experience in educational programming. Demonstrated teaching skills. Certification in nursing professional development is preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) competency is highly recommended. Internal applicants should attach their three most recent performance appraisals. License or Certification: Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty training as required by the work area and recognized on the DON approved credentials list. Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans [https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/] – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights * Medical: Multiple plan options. * Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. * Vision: Affordable plan with national network. * Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. * Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. [https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations] Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" [https://www.eeoc.gov/poster]. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify [https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf] and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.