Nurse Education & Professional Development Leader

Hackensack Meridian Health; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. seeks a Nurse Professional Development Specialist (NPD) to lead education programs for nursing staff in an acute care hospital setting in New Jersey.

The role emphasizes adult learning principles, curriculum development, and evidence-based practice under the nursing education framework. The NPD Specialist will create teaching strategies, manage continuing education activities, and collaborate with clinical leaders to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in nursing or related field with RN licensure.
• NLN/AACN accredited nursing program graduate.
• Minimum 3 years of current acute care hospital nursing experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Knowledge of Magnet Recognition Program.
• Maintain required certifications (ACLS, NRP, PALS).

Skills

Written/verbal communication

MS Office / Google Suite

Magnet knowledge

ACLS/NRP/PALS

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or related field

NLN/AACN accredited nursing program

RN licensure

3+ years acute care nursing experience

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. seeks a Nurse Professional Development Specialist (NPD) to lead education programs for nursing staff in an acute care hospital setting in New Jersey.

The role emphasizes adult learning principles, curriculum development, and evidence-based practice under the nursing education framework. The NPD Specialist will create teaching strategies, manage continuing education activities, and collaborate with clinical leaders to improve patient outcomes.