RN-Nursing Professional Development Practitioner

Sign On Bonus Eligible Default Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Hours: 40 Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Department: EDOSC Surgery Job Objective Provides on unit and department specific education to nursing and allied health staff through informal and formal education programs. Assists Clinical Directors and Clinical Managers in ensuring staff onboarding, initial & ongoing competency management, skills assessment & development, and career-long opportunities for professional growth. Assists in accreditation and regulatory educational requirements and documentation. Qualifications Education (Required) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master’s in Nursing Licensure/Certification (Required) California Registered Nurse (RN) License American Heart Association BLS Additional Certifications (Required) ACLS from AHA; NRP certification from AHA and AAP Advanced Fetal Monitoring or Fetal Monitoring (RNC 6530) STABLE course completion Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from AHA within 90 days of hire (various unit type) Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from AHA Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN) Preferred Certification Certification in Nursing Professional Development Certification in clinical specialty Experience Three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute hospital or ambulatory care clinical setting Preferred: Clinical education and professional development experience; experience as a clinical leader/charge nurse or preceptor Reports To Clinical Director Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Ability to collaborate and establish/maintain positive interpersonal relationships with all levels of the organization Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to exercise a high degree of initiative, judgment, and discretion Ability to teach effectively using dynamic and unique approaches Analytical skill to assess situations accurately and take effective action Knowledge and ability to create excellence in service Knowledge in nursing management and care of adult, geriatric, and pediatric patient populations Knowledge of professional nursing principles, practices, concepts, and procedures as applied to the patient population served Self‑motivated and assists with education of staff to facilitate change and improve processes Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills Strong leadership skills Written and verbal communication skills Essential Responsibilities Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations Utilizes nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and outcomes identification) Fulfills the Nursing Professional Development Practitioner role functions and essential responsibilities as defined in the Nursing Professional Development Scope & Standards of Practice Coordinates orientation program for new hires and transfers within the nursing division Develops/coordinates education plans associated with competency validation Develops/coordinates education to address populations served on assigned units Develops/coordinates education to facilitate the development of the clinical staff and nurses Assesses, plans, implements, and maintains materials for educational programs and makes changes as needed to keep material accurate, relevant, and current for target audience Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs Incorporates the principles of adult learning in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of educational programs Teaches effectively and uses dynamic and unique approaches to engage target audience Coordinates and provides courses and classes that promote staff development and competence Utilizes feedback from physicians, directors, nursing staff and other disciplines to develop education plans for areas assigned Ensures educational programs are in alignment with the mission, values, and goals of EMC Participates in the development of education for regulatory requirements and the management of critical events Responds to needs across organization to promote quality patient care and safety Collaborates with medical staff and other disciplines on programs to facilitate excellence in patient care utilizing the Relationship-Based Care Model Consults with staff to promote professional development with career pathway or as requested by staff/leadership Supports Nursing Research and evidence-based practice Supports the integration of research into nursing practice Incorporates, interprets and communicates research findings into program plans Responds to changes in nursing practice and develops programs to support them Ensures that standard work is adopted and cascaded throughout all clinical areas as appropriate Ensures development, implementation, and enforcement of all policies and procedures, including patient rights in clinical setting Actively participates in and/or effectively leads various committees and workgroups as needed to improve nursing practice, organizational performance, and optimal patient and population outcomes Builds relationships with educational institutions and clinical practices to coordinate and mentor clinical leaders to develop quality student placement activities for RNs, LVNs and CMAs/MA, and Technicians Participates in on-site regulatory surveys and development of Corrective Action Plans as needed Integrates ethical principles as defined by the ANA Code of Ethics in all aspects of practice Assists with recruitment and retention of nursing staff; facilitates programs based on organizational needs in relation to recruitment Provides information, interpretation and guidance to nurses regarding Informatics Serves as resource and liaison for documentation, implementation, design, and continuous maintenance of clinical information systems Serves as content expert for electronic applications for areas served Assists and supports system implementations and roll-out of new applications and system enhancements Guides use of clinical information systems Reviews clinical information system content updates for nursing practice and regulatory requirements Teaches informatics classes for orientation and implementation of new applications Serves as super‑user for electronic applications appropriate to assigned areas Assists with monitoring and education within the clinical specialty to ensure quality care and quality outcomes are met in a cost-effective manner 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