Nursing Education & Development Leader (NPDS)

Christiana Care Health Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

ChristianaCare Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Specialist to lead education, onboarding, and competency programs for Heart & Vascular Interventional Services, Cardiac Prep & Hold, and Cardiac Short Stay Unit.

The role partners with nursing leadership to advance evidence-based practice, staff development, and professional growth, while ensuring safe, high-quality care across units.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Education, Healthcare Administration, or related field required, or current enrollment with completion within three years of hire.
• Minimum of three years of recent acute care nursing experience.
• Board Specialty Certification required (CCRN or CV is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Professional Development & Education: Facilitates onboarding and role transition; creates orientation plans and education programs.
• Competency Management: Develops and validates competency programs; ensures compliance with requirements.
• Evidence-Based Practice & Quality Improvement: Promotes nursing research and quality improvement initiatives; mentors staff.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Partners with nursing leaders and teams to support strategic objectives and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership

Education program development

Onboarding

Education

BSN

Master's in Nursing or related field or enrollment with completion within 3 years

3+ years acute care nursing

Board Certification (CCRN or CV)

Job description

ChristianaCare Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Specialist to lead education, onboarding, and competency programs for Heart & Vascular Interventional Services, Cardiac Prep & Hold, and Cardiac Short Stay Unit.

The role partners with nursing leadership to advance evidence-based practice, staff development, and professional growth, while ensuring safe, high-quality care across units.