Yale-New Haven Hospital

Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Med Surg

Yale-New Haven Hospital$85K — $100K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher in nursing required, with one degree in nursing (BS or MS) and completion by 6/1/2027.
  • 3-5 years of active nursing experience required, including 1 year of teaching experience preferred.
  • Licensure as a RN in Connecticut or Rhode Island required, with nursing board certification within 2 years of hire.
  • Proven ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs.
  • Experience in nursing staff development or specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assess learning needs based on regulatory requirements and staff needs.
  • Support the development of nursing leadership skills per ANA Standards of Practice.
  • Represent nursing in developing interprofessional learning activities.
  • Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives across the organization.
  • Create and evaluate competency-based orientation programs.
  • Collaborate with nursing education teams to establish ongoing competencies.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Applicable to multiple healthcare entities for collaborative work.
  • Engagement in quality improvement initiatives for organizational impact.
  • Access to interprofessional collaboration for enhanced learning experiences.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

  • 1. Education
    • 1.1 Assesses the learning needs based on regulatory requirements, evidence-based practice, and staff-identified needs.
  • 2. Role Development
    • 2.1 Supports the development of nursing leadership skills in self and clinical nursing staff according to ANA Standards of Practice, to promote professional nursing practice and quality patient care.
  • 3. Collaborative Partnerships
    • 3.1 Represents nursing in the development of interprofessional learning activities.
  • 4. Champion of Scientific Inquiry
    • 4.1 Develops, educates, and implements quality improvement initiatives and outcomes across the organization
  • 5. Orientation
    • 5.1 Develops, implements, evaluates competency based orientation
  • 6. Competency Management and Ongoing Education
    • 6.1 Develops initial and ongoing competencies in collaboration with nursing education teams.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Master's degree or higher required, one degree must be in nursing (Either BS or MS in nursing). Candidates must be enrolled in Master's program and the degree must be completed by 6/1/2027

EXPERIENCE

3-5 Years of active Nursing experience , one year of relevant teaching experience preferred , nursing staff development and/or specialty area preferred

LICENSURE

Licensure as a RN in the state of CT/ RI & Nursing Board Certification within 2 years of hire

SPECIAL SKILLS

Demonstrates ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

The NPDS would support their assigned area, and others as requested, throughout the health system. Travel to YNHHS entities as needed to facilitate professional development activities of nurses within YNHHS.

YNHHS Requisition ID

192892

About Yale-New Haven Hospital

Yale-New Haven Hospital is a non-profit hospital that provides healthcare services to patients in Connecticut and beyond. The hospital was founded in 1826 and has since grown to become one of the largest and most respected hospitals in the region. Yale-New Haven Hospital is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, cancer treatment, and more. Yale-New Haven Hospital is committed to advancing medical knowledge through research and education, and is affiliated with Yale University School of Medicine.
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