Nursing Education & Development Specialist

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Philadelphia is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Specialist to lead education for the Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP) at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. This part-time role (20+ hours) supports onboarding, competency management, and evidence-based practice to ensure high-quality patient care.

The NPDS assesses learning needs, designs curricula, delivers programs, and evaluates outcomes, collaborating with nurses, physicians, and

Qualifications

• Master of Arts or Science in Nursing from an accredited school.
• 2-5 years of relevant clinical experience in Nursing Professional Development.
• NPDS Specialty or Ambulatory Care Certification preferred.
• Registered Nurse license in PA (RN-PA).

Responsibilities

• Assess staff learning needs and design curricula.
• Lead and evaluate educational programs and onboarding.
• Promote evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
• Coordinate with department operations and presenters for continuing education.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and program outcomes.

Skills

Curriculum design

Educational program leadership

Clinical education

Education

Master of Arts or Science in Nursing

Registered Nurse - PA

NPD Certification (preferred)

Job description

Penn Medicine in Philadelphia is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Specialist to lead education for the Clinical Practices of the University of Pennsylvania (CPUP) at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. This part-time role (20+ hours) supports onboarding, competency management, and evidence-based practice to ensure high-quality patient care.

The NPDS assesses learning needs, designs curricula, delivers programs, and evaluates outcomes, collaborating with nurses, physicians, and