Nursing Professional Development Specialist 24hr Days/Evening

This is a system level position to influence professional role competence and growth of learners centrally and in the Maternal ChildHealth setting.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Requires theoretical practical knowledge of adult education, clinical nursing, and leadership skills to facilitate the delivery of quality care in assigned nursing areas and other clinical disciplines.

• Provides educational consultation, facilitation planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs that award continuing education credit.

• Participate in the planning and delivery of the clinical aspects of new employee orientation

• Participates in the planning and delivery of mandatory certifications programs, such as ACLS, BLS and PALS

• Works within the Professional Development department and with the CNLs and clinical educators to establish clinical competencies and skills sessions

·Coordinates the operation of the Simulation Lab, which includes: creating and executing simulation scenarios with debriefing; maintenance of simulation equipment and necessary supplies; coordinates the use of the lab for multidisciplinary clinical staff; data collection to evaluate learning and outcomes

EDUCATION AND RELATED EXPERIENCE:

1.) Required: Bachelor's Degree (BSN) required

2.) MSN Preferred or currently enrolled in program.

3.) Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts

4.) At least 5+ years RN experience required.