Ambulatory Nursing Practice Leader

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking an Ambulatory Professional Practice Specialist (RN) in Nursing Administration for day shifts in Richmond. The role focuses on advancing nursing practice through evidence-based education, onboarding, and competency management across ambulatory clinics.

You will drive regulatory readiness, partner with leadership to align clinical protocols, and support professional development, leveraging ANPD and AAACN standards to sustain Magnet-recognition

Qualifications

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing and must be enrolled in a master’s degree program with completion within 36 months.
• Licensure/Certification: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible/compact state; AHA BLS certification or equivalent.
• Preferred Education: Master’s degree in nursing or related field; if not in nursing, BSN is required.
• Minimum Experience: 5 years nursing experience; 2 years in staff development or healthcare education.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert consult on guideline development and setting of practice standards within clinic missions and objectives.
• Conducts systematic learning needs assessments across ambulatory clinics to identify competency gaps and regulatory readiness.
• Develops competency-based pathways for clinical support roles aligning with ambulatory standards and credentialing.
• Serves as ambulatory clinical SME; translates quality data into targeted learning interventions and improvements.
• Collaborates with clinic leaders on standing orders, clinical protocols, policies, and practice guidelines.
• Supports onboarding, orientation, documentation and regulatory compliance across sites.
• Promotes staff development through programs like advancement, certifications, and academic progression.

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking an Ambulatory Professional Practice Specialist (RN) in Nursing Administration for day shifts in Richmond. The role focuses on advancing nursing practice through evidence-based education, onboarding, and competency management across ambulatory clinics.

You will drive regulatory readiness, partner with leadership to align clinical protocols, and support professional development, leveraging ANPD and AAACN standards to sustain Magnet-recognition