At Logan Health, we're more than just a healthcare provider – we’re a community. Nestled in the heart of Montana, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team. As a member of Logan Health, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values compassion, innovation, and excellence. We offer opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Come join us and experience the Logan Health difference, where your passion meets purpose in a place, you’ll be proud to call home.

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Join the Education Team!

Location: Logan Health Medical Center – Kalispell, Montana

Shift: Day Shift – Variable Hours | Full–Time – 40 Hours

Additional Details:

This role will be starting in February 2026.

Logan Health is seeking a passionate and forward-thinking Staff Development Educator – Training Center Educator to lead life-saving education initiatives across our healthcare system. In this vital role, you will design, deliver, and manage AHA-certified training programs that empower clinical staff and community members with essential cardiovascular life support skills. Your work will directly impact patient outcomes and the overall quality of care at Logan Health. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Develop, implement, and oversee AHA-certified training programs including BLS, ACLS, and PALS. 

• Provide instruction and support to new employees, clinical staff, and instructors in accordance with AHA guidelines. 

• Collaborate with leadership to assess resuscitation education needs and create strategic training plans. 

• Ensure compliance with AHA standards, state and national regulations, and organizational policies. 

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence in resuscitation science. 

• Serve as a mentor and resource for staff seeking AHA instructor certification or recertification. 

• Maintain accurate records of certifications, course completions, and compliance documentation. 

• Utilize learning management systems and simulation technology to enhance training delivery and track outcomes. 

• Participate in interdisciplinary initiatives to improve resuscitation practices. 

• Support ad hoc projects related to clinical education, quality improvement, and staff development. 

• Administrator for the Resuscitation Quality Initiative (RQI) program.  

Basic Qualifications:  

Experience:   

• 5+ years of clinical experience. 

Active License:   

• Minimum of one (1) of the following required: 

• Current Montana Paramedic License 

• Current Montana Registered Respiratory Therapy License 

• Current Montana RN license or multi-state compact license with authorization to practice in Montana 

Certifications:   

• Instructor/training center faculty AHA certifications in BLS, PALS, and ACLS courses preferred and are required within 6 months of hire. 

Skills & Competencies:  

• Strong technical literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams), electronic medical records (EMRs), learning management systems, and other relevant technologies. 

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills. 

• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and customer service skills. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines. 

• Demonstrated leadership and ability to drive change within an organization. 

 Soft Skills:

• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.   

• Strong ability to take initiative, exercise independent judgment, and make timely decisions.   

• Project management and planning abilities.  

• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with various stakeholders across the organization.  

• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong cross-functional collaboration across teams.  

• Detail-oriented with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.  

• Comfortable learning new technology.  

Why Join Logan Health?  

At Logan Health, we're more than just a healthcare provider—we're a community. Nestled in the heart of Montana, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team. As a member of Logan Health, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values compassion, innovation, and excellence. We offer opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. Come join us and experience the Logan Health difference, where your passion meets purpose in a place, you’ll be proud to call home.  

• Work with autonomy while collaborating as part of a dynamic team.  

• Impact the education and growth of clinical staff across a wide variety of unique outpatient clinics.  

• Engage in meaningful work that directly enhances patient care and clinical excellence.  

• Leverage the resources of a robust education team to drive innovative training initiatives.  

If you are passionate about clinical education, professional development, and fostering excellence in healthcare, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role at Logan Health. Apply today!  

Relocation Assistance:

• Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis.  

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Qualifications:

• Current Montana RN license or a multi state compact license with authorization to practice nursing within the state of Montana; required.

• Education by Program Specific areas:

  • Continuing Education Program:

    • BSN required.

  • CNA Education Program:

    • Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and Headmaster LLP clinical instructor status eligible and must be successfully approved by DPHHS within sixty (60) days of hire.

  • All other Programs:

    • BSN preferred.

  • All Programs:

    • Master’s degree in Nursing or related field preferred.

• Experience by Program Specific areas:

  • CNA Education Program:

    • Minimum of two (2) years’ nursing experience required with a minimum of one (1) year in long-term care services.

  • All other Programs:

    • Minimum of five (5) years’ of clinical nursing experience preferred. 

    • Minimum of three (3) years teaching and/or leadership experience preferred.

• Certification in related specialty and/or related program area, and/or Nursing Professional Development certification preferred.

• Must achieve and maintain certification in nationally recognized skills courses associated with position responsibilities (e.g. BLS, ACLS, PALS, NIHSS) within six (6) months of hire. 

  • Instructor certification varies by work location.

• Demonstrated success in consultation, leadership and the ability to serve as a catalyst for change.

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.

• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

• Primarily responsible for coordinating all activities related to the assigned clinical programs.  Assists clinical staff to acquire, maintain, and/or expand unit-specific competence in clinical procedures, equipment operation, patient education, and/or documentation.

• Exhibits specialized knowledge of the assigned specialty area.  Performs formal needs assessments, gap analysis and collects other pertinent information to identify priority needs and outcomes.  Plans and develops strategies to foster critical thinking and meets identified needs and desired outcomes.

• Implements courses, tools, and resources to carry out strategic plans.  Teaches and trains using principles of learning and effective methodologies.

• Evaluates actual outcomes and program effectiveness in relation to desired outcomes.

• Serves as a catalyst for change within organization by facilitating initiation of, adoption of, and adaptation to change.

• Assumes formal/informal consultant role by assisting individuals and groups with input feedback solutions, and learning integration.

• Exhibits leadership behaviors by supporting and collaborating with organization and administrative structures. Oversees resources to achieve departmental and organizational goals.

• Utilizes evidence to support change and educates others toward a culture of evidence-based practice.

• Maintains n program documentation and records/files in accordance with organization policy and regulatory expectations.

• The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.  Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.  Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Program-Specific Job Duties

Academic Education Program

• Serves as liaison between Academic Facilities, overseeing clinical placements, and orientation of students, faculty, residents, and observers to LH.

• Initiates and oversees HOSA partnerships with area High Schools, oversees observers, and coordinates events promoting recruitment into healthcare careers.

• Leads preceptor program for student, clinical and non-clinical staff including preceptor assignments and preceptor education.

Certified Nurse Aide (C N A) Education Program

• Administers the written and skills exams in accordance with DPHHS/Headmaster requirements.

Clinical Education Program

• Orients clinical staff to appropriate scopes and standards.

• Develops specialty competencies; develops and operationalizes plan to validate competence of staff. 

• Maintains integrity of Preceptor model and all Preceptor Program components.

Continuing Education Program

• Designs, coordinates, implements, evaluates, and documents, clinical and non-clinical Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) programs that achieve objectives and maintains standards of care and performance aligned with LH key business initiatives.

• Ensures all CNE programs meet applicable accreditation criteria as well as LH mission, values, and cultural initiatives.

• Collaborates with Continuing Medical Education (CME) Coordinator on regional conferences and other LH activities.

Nurse Residency Program

• Provides direct oversight of all nurse residents hired throughout the orientation period including, but not limited to; overseeing the orientation schedule, selecting preceptors, and managing performance.

• Oversees Program marketing, application, and interview process.  Develops and facilitates all elements of the program curriculum.

• Maintains integrity of Preceptor model and all Preceptor Program components.

• Oversees all requirements and maintain ANCC Practice Transition Accreditation Program’s (PTAP) national accreditation.

• Monitors and tracks outcomes related to program goals, and communicates outcomes to program stakeholders.

Nursing Excellence Program

• Oversees and facilitates Shared Governance program.

• Functions as the Site Coordinator for NDNQI to include; data reporting, data analysis and education.

• Develops a coordinated effort for tracking of activities to ensure timelines are met for key initiatives, based on gap analysis findings. 

• Provides leadership and direction to others through modeling a culture of excellence and identifying opportunities and initiatives to enhance excellence.

• Functions as a coordinator for assigned projects.  Identifies potential global design issues/barriers and coordinates solutions with others appropriately.

Oncology Nursing Development Program

• Collaborates with Nursing Director of Oncology Clinical Development and leadership team for inpatient/outpatient oncology nursing adult/pediatric orientation, education and competency evaluation activities.  This includes all aspects of cancer care including; radiation, surgery, medical, surgical, survivorship, symptom management, and end of life care.

• Develops, delivers and tracks education and competencies based on oncology specific accreditations, standards, and quality metrics.

• Maintains, advocates, and promotes attainment of oncology certifications, as well as involvement with national oncology nursing professional organizations.

Professional Development Program

• Provides direct oversight of New Hire Clinical Orientation collaborating closely with Nurse Residency and Clinical Educators.

• Oversees and facilitates Preceptor Program for LH including policies, training, and recognition strategies.

• Designs and coordinates implementation of organizational required education and “Just In Time” education.

Stroke Program

• Oversees all requirements and maintains Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Center.

• Completes concurrent and retrospective review of program data followed by accurate and timely abstraction to maintain the integrity of stroke databases. 

• Submits required data points and reports data to program team and stakeholders.

Training and Organization Development Program

• Implements, instructs and coordinates workplace violence program for organization in collaboration with other key leader stakeholders.

• Develops and delivers team building activities/programs that drive organizational effectiveness, leadership competencies, and Emotional Intelligence initiatives.

Training Center Program

• Coordinates and teaches BLS, ALS, PALS, new and instructor courses in collaboration with Training Center Coordinator.

• Provides 1:1 coaching for RQI, answers employee questions and provides communication regarding RQI stakeholders.

• Coordinates Mock Codes in collaboration with clinical educators in practices and LH departments.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift:

Day Shift - Variable Hours (United States of America)

Location: Logan Health Medical Center – Kalispell, Montana

Shift: Day Shift – Variable Hours | Full–Time – 40 Hours

Additional Details:

This role will be starting in February 2026.

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.