Nursing Education & Development Specialist

The Christ Hospital Health Network; Forest Park (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Christ Hospital Health Network seeks a Professional Development Specialist (PDS) who is a self-directed, experienced registered nurse with advanced knowledge in their clinical area. The PDS serves as an educator, change agent, mentor, and leader within the nursing education domain, aligned with department priorities and practice standards.

Responsibilities include assessment of practice gaps, planning and implementing education, coordinating preceptor development, and evaluating outcomes to

Qualifications

• BSN is required; MSN with education focus or MEd preferred.
• Minimum five years of clinical nursing experience or three years with two years in formal educator role.
• RN licensure in state of employment; BLS/ACLS/NRP certifications recommended or required.

Responsibilities

• Educate and mentor nursing staff and students; lead educational initiatives.
• Coordinate preceptor development activities and specialized staff education events.
• Assess learning needs, plan and implement competency-based education across departments.
• Evaluate outcomes and ensure adherence to professional practice standards and regulations.

Skills

Educator

Leadership

Change Agent

Education

BSN

MSN (education focus)

MEd preferred

Job description

The Christ Hospital Health Network seeks a Professional Development Specialist (PDS) who is a self-directed, experienced registered nurse with advanced knowledge in their clinical area. The PDS serves as an educator, change agent, mentor, and leader within the nursing education domain, aligned with department priorities and practice standards.

Responsibilities include assessment of practice gaps, planning and implementing education, coordinating preceptor development, and evaluating outcomes to