Nursing Quality & Professional Development Coordinator - Clinical Practice & Professional Devlp

Nursing Quality & Professional Development Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Associate Chief Nursing Officer, Clinical Practice and Professional Development (CPPD), the Nursing Quality & Professional Development (NQPD) Coordinator is responsible for advancing nursing excellence through the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional development initiatives. This role supports the growth of nursing staff across all experience levels by promoting evidence-based clinical practice, facilitating competency development, and integrating simulation and other innovative learning strategies. The Coordinator serves as a leader, educator, mentor, and resource for clinical staff and contributes to the organization's overall goals for quality patient care and professional nursing practice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs to support the ongoing professional development of nursing staff.
• Support staff in pursuing certifications, continuing education, and lifelong learning.

Clinical Practice Support:

• Collaborate with clinical leadership to identify learning needs based on practice trends, quality outcomes, and regulatory changes.
• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for evidence-based practice and policy updates.
• Promote the integration of current standards of care into nursing practice.

Simulation and Innovative Learning:

• Develop and implement simulation-based learning experiences to enhance clinical reasoning, technical skills, and interprofessional collaboration.
• Coordinate use of the simulation lab, including scenario development, equipment management, and debriefing facilitation.
• Evaluate simulation outcomes and continuously improve the effectiveness of simulation-based education.

Leadership and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with nursing leaders, educators, and interprofessional teams to support strategic initiatives and workforce development.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of professional practice models, clinical ladders, and mentorship programs.

Quality and Safety Integration:

• Align educational strategies with organizational quality goals, accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, Magnet), and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with quality, infection prevention, and patient safety teams to develop education related to key performance metrics (e.g., falls, CLABSI, CAUTI, hand hygiene).
• Use data from audits, incident reports, and outcome metrics to identify learning needs and develop targeted interventions.
• Lead or support nursing-driven quality improvement initiatives and translate findings into practice through education.

Compliance and Accreditation:

• Ensure educational programs meet accreditation, certification, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain documentation of training and development activities for compliance and reporting purposes.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN)
• Current Illinois RN license
• Minimum 5 years inpatient adult critical care or progressive care nursing experience
• Knowledge of health-related equipment/technology, including educational electronic media and audio/visual equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Foundational knowledge of nursing pedagogy (e.g., developing learning objectives)
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• BLS, PALS, and ACLS instructor certification
• Strong organization; ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and problem-solve
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, students, staff, and external partners
• Team-oriented; able to work well in a demanding academic environment
• Knowledge of Quality Improvement project management and a plan to obtain CPHQ within 12 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a similar role (education/clinical development/quality)
• Experience as a nurse planner in an ANCC-affiliated nursing continuing education program
• Current CPHQ certification or active progress toward completion

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.