Clinical Educator - NICU
- BLS
- PALS
- NRP
- RN license
Workplace injuries
Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox reported 96 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 5,705,343 hours worked: 3.4 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.0 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Silver Cross Hospital and Medical Centers
Medicare gives Silver Cross Hospital and Medical Centers 5 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Illinois's hospitals average 3.0). 80% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Illinois hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and delivery of unrivaled experiences for our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way you want to be treated.
Summary: The NICU Nurse Educator is a registered professional nurse who demonstrates expertise in a specific area of clinical nursing. The Educator position is based on the needs of the patient, healthcare system and expertise of the educator. Facilitates quality activities based on identified needs to enhance excellence in clinical practice. Prioritizes these activities in accordance with patient, staff and organizational goals and objectives. Maintains standards of professional nursing. The scope of practice encompasses the use of the nursing process in major areas: practice, education, consultation and administration.
Requirements: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Master’s required. 3 – 5 years of experience in a specific area of expertise: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Exhibits personal characteristics that enhance the effectiveness of the role, including effective interpersonal communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving. BLS through AHA required. PALS and NRP preferred.
Work Shift Details:
Days - First Shift, 0.8 FTE
Flexibility with shifts to meet the needs of the department.
Department:
NURSING EDUCATION
Benefits for You
At Silver Cross Hospital, we care about your health and well-being and that is why we work hard to provide quality and affordable benefit options for you and your eligible family members.
Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Cross Medical Groups offer a comprehensive benefit package available for Full-time and Part-time employees which includes:
- Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Other voluntary benefit plans
- PTO and Sick time
- 401(k) plan with a match
- Wellness program
- Tuition Reimbursement
Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in our 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. However, registry employees are ineligible for Health and Welfare benefits.
The expected pay for this position is listed below:
$38.08 - $47.60
The final pay rate offered may be more than the posted range based on several factors including but not limited to: licensure, certifications, work experience, education, knowledge, demonstrated abilities, internal equity, market data, and more.
From Silver Cross Hospital's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Silver Cross Hospital
Hospital in New Lenox, Illinois, with 348 (source: Silver Cross Hospital, Fast Facts) beds and a Level II trauma center, plus an emergency center in Homer Glen and urgent care centers in New Lenox, Mokena and Crest Hill. Source: Silver Cross Hospital, Fast Facts
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