Nurse Educator (RN) Medical Surgical

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 87,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Washington is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Specialist. This role involves designing educational programs, onboarding new staff, and ensuring ongoing learning for nursing personnel. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. The position offers a competitive salary range and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of progressively responsible related experience required.
• Experience in teaching or professional development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and evaluates learning and educational programs.
• Plans and conducts orientation of new personnel.
• Develops educational plans and coordinates resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

General Summary of Position

The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist functions within the roles of educator, change agent, consultant, evidence-based practitioner, and leader. The NPD Specialist is responsible for assessment, planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of learning and development programs that enhance associates' performance, promote professional development, or otherwise support the mission, vision, and SPIRIT Values of MedStar Health and the Department of Nursing.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Learning and Education
1. Demonstrates clinical expertise, leadership, communication skills, and knowledge of education theory and principles necessary to develop learning programs and achieve optimal educational outcomes.
2. Designs, implements, and evaluates designated learning and educational programs and consultative services. Assesses learning needs through formal and informal data collection to determine specific education needs of associates.
3. Applies teaching techniques that promote critical thinking and evidence-based practice, incorporating principles of adult learning theory.
4. On-Boarding and Orientation of New Associates
1. Plans and conducts orientation of new personnel to facilitate a new associate's transition to the practice environment and meet competency assessment requirements in conformance with departmental objectives, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
2. Participates in onboarding and orientation of new associates by conducting general nursing orientation programs and coordinating unit-based orientation for new nursing department or hospital staff.
3. Supports transition to practice for newly licensed nurses using the MedStar New to Practice Nurse Residency Program model.
5. On-Going Learning: Existing and New Clinical Programs
1. Identifies and assesses learning needs and knowledge or skill gaps requiring remediation; collaborates with unit leaders to promote critical thinking and competent patient care.
2. Develops educational plans, coordinates resources, evaluates responses to teaching, and follows up during role transitions.
3. Coordinates and plans educational offerings considering mandatory requirements, quality, safety, and clinical advancement.
6. Continuing Education and Provider of Contact Hours
1. Provides continuing education activities to expand knowledge and maintain certifications, utilizing provider units and resources.
2. Conducts educational activities on new procedures, technologies, equipment, and patient care trends with continuing education credits when appropriate.
7. Partnerships: Internal and External, Academic, Student Experience, and Research
1. Participates in committees related to learning programs and collaborates across departments and external entities.
2. Serves as a liaison with academic partners and clinical student placements.
3. Engages in or collaborates on research activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare, or Business Administration preferred

Experience

• 3-4 years of progressively responsible related experience required
• Experience in teaching or professional development preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required
• Certification in clinical specialty from a recognized nursing organization within 1 year required
• Nursing Professional Development certification within 36 months of hire required
• CPR (BLS and NRP) from AHA or Red Cross within 90 days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit

This position has a hiring range of $87,318 - $157,289.