Nursing Education & Competency Leader

Christiana Care; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 95,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

ChristianaCare seeks a Nursing Professional Development Specialist (NPDS) to lead education, onboarding, and competency management for nursing staff within Heart & Vascular Interventional Services, Cardiac Prep & Hold, and Cardiac Short Stay Unit. The NPDS partners with nursing leadership to foster clinical excellence and staff development.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and evidence-based practice across disciplines, with a focus on workforce readiness and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• BSN required; Master's degree in Nursing, Education, Healthcare Administration, or related field or enrollment with completion within three years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates onboarding and role transition for team members and develops orientation plans to support competency attainment and professional growth.
• Creates and delivers educational programs using adult learning principles and evidence-based instructional design.
• Develops and evaluates competency validation programs across units to ensure safe, effective care.
• Promotes evidence-based practice, mentors staff in quality improvement projects, and evaluates outcomes to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborates with nursing leaders and interdisciplinary teams to support operational and strategic objectives.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Education program development

Adult learning principles

Mentoring & coaching

Education

BSN

Master's degree in Nursing, Education, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Delaware RN licensure or eligibility

Board Specialty Certification (CCRN or CV)

Job description

ChristianaCare seeks a Nursing Professional Development Specialist (NPDS) to lead education, onboarding, and competency management for nursing staff within Heart & Vascular Interventional Services, Cardiac Prep & Hold, and Cardiac Short Stay Unit. The NPDS partners with nursing leadership to foster clinical excellence and staff development.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and evidence-based practice across disciplines, with a focus on workforce readiness and patient outcomes.