Master's Degree in a related field required within 3 years of hire
3 years of relevant experience in a hospital or clinic setting
BSN candidates may qualify with significant experience
Registered Nurse licensure in Texas required upon hire
Basic Life Support certification required upon hire
Certification in Nursing Professional Development required within 1.5 years
Responsibilities
Facilitate learning by assessing knowledge and practice gaps
Act as a change agent to improve healthcare processes
Mentor nursing staff for professional development
Lead interprofessional practice and learning initiatives
Promote scientific inquiry and evidence-based practice
Advocate for the Nursing Professional Development specialty
Support transitions for nurses across various practice environments
Benefits
PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
Paid Time Off available from day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner is an umbrella term that includes graduate prepared nurses with or without certification in Nursing Professional Development (NPD). NPD practitioner competencies are outlined in the Nursing Professional Development: Scope & Standards of Practice (current edition). NPD practitioner uses and/or develops tools, theories, skills and knowledge of NPD to improve the practice of the nursing and other healthcare staff that care for Ambulatory clinic patients. Works under supervision of Ambulatory Clinical Education Professional Development (CEPD) Education Manager.
BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education Master's Degree in related field within 3 years of hire
Experience 3 years of directly related experience, preferably in a hospital or clinic setting Internal candidates without a Master's degree may be considered with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and five (5) years of directly related experience (inclusive of 2 years of UT Southwestern experience) preferably in a hospital or clinic setting. External candidates with a BSN may be considered with significant directly related experience exceeding the minimum requirements for internal candidates.
Licenses and Certifications (RN) REGISTERED NURSE - Licensure as a Registered Nurse by Texas Board of Nursing Upon Hire (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire Certification in Nursing Professional Development is required within 1-1/2 Yrs
JOB DUTIES
NPD practitioner functions in the following roles:
Learning facilitator: uses the educational design process to bridge the knowledge, skills, and/or practice gaps identified through needs assessment.
Change agent: actively works to transform processes at micro-, meso-, and macrosystem levels using project management and improvement processes.
Mentor: contributes to the professional development of others and supporting life-long professional development.
Leader: influences interprofessional practice and learning environments, the NPD specialty, the profession of nursing, and healthcare.
Champion for scientific inquiry: promotes the generation and dissemination of new knowledge and use of evidence to advance NPD practice, guide clinical practice, and improve patient care.
Advocate for NPD specialty: supports, promotes, and demonstrates nursing professional development as a nursing practice specialty.
Partner for practice transitions: supports the transition of nurses and other healthcare team members across learning and practice environments, roles, and professional stages.
Uses the educational design process:
Assesses practice gaps
Identifies learning needs
Develops expected outcomes that reflect competence, learning, and change
Plans educational activities in accordance with best practice evidence
Implements planned educational activities facilitating positive learning and practice environments
Evaluates educational activities using valid, reliable and relevant methods
NPD practitioner is responsible for orientation/onboarding, competency management, education, professional role development, research/evidence-based practice/quality improvement, and collaborative partnerships.
Performs other duties as assigned:
Nurse Planner:
The Nurse Planner supports the delivery of Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) and is part of the UT Southwestern Medical Center Accredited Provider Unit (PU)
The PU is led by the Program Manager, Nursing Professional Development
Assess learners' needs and plan, implement, and evaluate Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) activities in accordance with ANCC criteria.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Self-directed and able to organize and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.
Work requires high level of effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Work requires interdisciplinary collaboration between nursing, physicians and allied health professionals to develop evidence-based education
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Requirements
Handling
Talking
Working Conditions
Office Setting
Salary Information Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.
BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
About University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UT Southwestern) is a public academic health science center in Dallas, Texas. With approximately 14,400 employees and an operating budget of nearly $2.8 billion, UT Southwestern is one of six medical schools in the UT System. UT Southwestern is one of the leading medical research institutions in the world, with a focus on biomedical research, clinical care, and education. The institution is home to six Nobel laureates, 22 members of the National Academy of Sciences, and 19 members of the National Academy of Medicine. UT Southwestern is also affiliated with Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of the largest public hospitals in the United States.
