Nursing Professional Development Practitioner Psychiatry

Nursing Professional Development Practitioner -- Psychiatry Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family‑friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140‑year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, in the United States of America. Position Summary The Nursing Professional Development Practitioner is a registered nurse who influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. The NPD practitioner supports lifelong learners in an inter‑professional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare team. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing required. Minimum three years of clinical RN experience in Psychiatry required. Master’s degree preferred in adult education. Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois. ANCC recognized certification in specialty area of clinical practice. Minimum three years of clinical experience in specialty area, preferred. Strong preference given to candidates with direct experience in transport, EMS/emergency, or pediatric critical care (NICU, PICU, CVICU). Basic Life Support certification required from the American Heart Association. CPR instructor, within 6 months of hire. Resuscitation requirements as appropriate to specialty area, within 6 months of hire. Job Duties Develop knowledge and competency in pediatric nursing and professional development practices. Evaluate personal practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, and relevant statutes, rules, and regulations. Implement strategies for seamless transitions to practice and between practice settings. Assess clinical skills of staff and provide learning opportunities to advance clinical competencies and decision‑making skills of staff and documents competencies. Use the best available evidence to guide practice decisions. Facilitate professional role development. Actively work to assist in transformation processes at the unit/area level, utilizing project management and improvement processes. Other job functions as assigned. Education Bachelor’s Degree: Nursing (Required). Basic Life Support – American Heart Association. Pay Range $83,200.00‑$137,280.00 Salary. At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity. The pay range indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. Benefits Full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week receive a generous benefits package including: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage Tuition assistance Student loan servicing and support Adoption benefits Backup Childcare and Eldercare Employee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities Discount purchasing program Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago