Nurse Educators
Find Out What It Takes to Become a Nurse Educator
Nurse educators are registered nurses who are also educated as teachers. Most work as nurses before dedicating their careers to educating future nurses. Some nurse educators may teach students in BSN or other nursing degree programs, while others achieve certification to teach continuing education and refresher courses.
Preparation Path
Earn a BSN
Pass the NCLEX and become an RN
Gain experience in the specialty areas in which you are interested
Earn a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree
Earn a Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing degree (optional)
Pass the Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) exam DOCTOR
Typical Tasks
- Serving as faculty members in nursing schools and teaching hospitals
- Sharing knowledge and skills to prepare the next generation of nurses for effective practice
- Developing lesson plans, teaching courses, and evaluating educational programs
- Helping students identify learning needs
Employment Settings
- Colleges and universities
- Hospitals
- Continuing education programs
Annual Salary Range
$85,783 – $114,572
Certification
RN, Certified Nurse Educator (CNE)
Education Requirements
BSN, MSN, or PhD
