Nurse Educator (NPDP) - Central Onboarding Team

Nurse Educator (NPDP) - Central Onboarding TeamThe Nursing Professional Development (NPD) practitioner provides ongoing and constant support to the transforming healthcare landscape. The NPD practitioner functions as a nurse leader in an interprofessional environment applying evidenced based practice, clinical expertise, and patient values to improve patient outcomes. The NPD practitioner engages in environmental scanning to continuously assess potential professional practice gaps. By using various sources of data, the NPD practitioner identifies learning needs that include but are not limited to emerging issues, new or updated evidenced based guidelines, comparison of current performance and/or outcomes with national data bases and use of new tools and techniques.The NPD practitioner is a master's prepared registered nurse who influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. This NPD practitioner maintains lifelong learners in an interprofessional setting that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare team. The NPD practitioner demonstrates expertise in the identified roles: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty and partner for practice transitions. Responsibilities include: onboarding/orientation, competency management, education, professional role development, collaborative partnerships, research, evidenced based practice and quality improvement.Minimum Qualifications:Master's Degree in Nursing or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing AND masters in related field (i.e. MHA, Nursing Education, etc.).Two years of nursing experience is required.Current Ohio RN license required.Preferred Qualifications:Strong leadership skills, effective communication, problem-solving, and strong organizational skillsInterest in learning and teaching new skillsRecent teaching experience through employment or community activities Experience with, commitment to, and competence in dealing with diverse adult populationsStrong facilitation and presentation skillsJoin the Central Onboarding Team as a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner and play a vital role in supporting the success of newly hired nurses and unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs). In this educator role, you will design, coordinate, and facilitate onboarding education and training programs that promote clinical competence, professional growth, and a positive transition into practice. Responsibilities include delivering orientation and onboarding content, assessing learning needs, fostering a supportive learning environment, and collaborating with interdisciplinary partners to ensure a high-quality onboarding experience. This position also supports the Buckeye Nurse Residency Program through seminar facilitation and educational initiatives that strengthen workforce development and patient care excellence. Ideal candidates are passionate about education, mentoring, and helping healthcare professionals thrive throughout their careers.Ackerman Rd, 600 (2435)Regular40First Shift