Nurse Education & Leadership Development Specialist

Socket.dev; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health System seeks a Nursing Professional Development Specialist (NPDS) to lead education and role development for nurses and health staff. The NPDS facilitates growth from novice to expert, aligning with nursing standards and organizational goals, and travels to support professional development across YNHHS.

Requirements include a Master’s in nursing (or higher) and active nursing experience, with CT/RI RN licensure and board certification anticipated within two years.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in nursing; one degree must be in nursing.
• Candidate enrolled in a Master's program with completion by 6/1/2027.
• 3–5 years of active nursing experience; teaching experience preferred.
• RN licensure in CT/RI and board certification within 2 years of hire.
• Ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Education: assesses learning needs based on regulatory requirements, evidence-based practice, and staff-identified needs.
• Role Development: supports development of nursing leadership skills per ANA standards.
• Collaborative Partnerships: represents nursing in interprofessional learning activities.
• Champion of Scientific Inquiry: develops and implements quality improvement initiatives.
• Orientation: develops and evaluates competency-based orientation.
• Competency Management: develops initial and ongoing competencies with nursing education teams.

Skills

Educational program development

Nursing education experience

Leadership skills

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Enrolled in Master's program to complete by 6/1/2027

Job description

Yale New Haven Health System seeks a Nursing Professional Development Specialist (NPDS) to lead education and role development for nurses and health staff. The NPDS facilitates growth from novice to expert, aligning with nursing standards and organizational goals, and travels to support professional development across YNHHS.

Requirements include a Master’s in nursing (or higher) and active nursing experience, with CT/RI RN licensure and board certification anticipated within two years.