Nursing Professional Development Practitioner - Neuro ICU - 150445

Nursing Professional Development Practitioner - Neuro ICU

Where Expertise Meets Compassionate Care!

Every day, our Nursing Professional Development Specialist supports our Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Step down and Med/Surg teams at Mease Countryside Hospital. This role plays a critical part in developing, supporting, and advancing the clinical practice of our ICU nurses through education, coaching, and evidence-based practice.

Position details:

• Location: St. Anthony's Hospital Neuro ICU, Neuro Step Down and Med/Surg St. Petersburg, Florida
• Status: Full Time - Exempt from Overtime
• Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM - can vary
• Occasional weekend requirement
• On Call: No
• Always in person

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 33,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

Benefits and perks for you and your family:

• 401(k) match and additional yearly contributions
• Parental Leave covering births and adoptions
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Year performance appraisal and team award bonus
• Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will and Legal assistance
• Community discounts and more
• AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Requirements:

• RN (Registered Nurse) License
• Bachelor's or Higher degree in Nursing
• 3-years' RN experience in an Acute Care setting
• Preferred: Experience supporting education in a Neuro ICU setting
• Preferred: Nursing Professional Development Certification (ANPD)
• BLS certification with the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• ACLS certification with the American Heart Association

The Nursing Professional Development Specialist responsibilities and skills:

• Assess, develop, and lead educational programs that strengthen clinical competence and professional growth for ICU team members
• Design and oversee unit-specific education based on identified learning needs and quality initiatives
• Support clinical orientation and ongoing education for new and existing ICU nurses
• Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for evidence-based practice and clinical education
• Partner with clinical leaders and interdisciplinary teams to support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Provide consultation and guidance on education requirements, competencies, and available learning resources
• Act as a positive change agent by supporting practice improvement, communication, and engagement
• Perform Registered Nurse functions and other duties as assigned, as needed
• This role follows the Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) Scope and Standards of Practice and promotes clinical excellence through evidence-based care.

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