Nursing Education & Onboarding Lead - Med-Surg & Oncology

Indiana University Health; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner on a 0.6 FTE basis, primarily day shift with some night and weekend support, located on-site at Bedford Hospital. The role focuses on inpatient Med-Surg and Oncology Infusion education, with responsibility for onboarding, competency management, and staff development across IU Health facilities.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN, Indiana RN license or NLC, BLS certification, and 3–5 years of nursing experience with

Qualifications

• BSN required and graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Active RN license in Indiana or NLC.
• BLS certification required by AHA.
• 3–5 years nursing experience preferred; educator/preceptor experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and orientation programs for new staff and learners.
• Manage and assess competency development and maintenance for clinical staff.
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs and role development initiatives.
• Build collaborative partnerships with unit leaders, educators, and stakeholders to support organizational goals.
• Facilitate inquiry and evidence-based practice to promote continuous improvement.
• Support system-wide and unit-specific educational strategies to meet evolving patient care needs.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Leadership

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Collaboration

Education

BSN

Graduate from accredited nursing program

Job description

Indiana University Health is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner on a 0.6 FTE basis, primarily day shift with some night and weekend support, located on-site at Bedford Hospital. The role focuses on inpatient Med-Surg and Oncology Infusion education, with responsibility for onboarding, competency management, and staff development across IU Health facilities.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN, Indiana RN license or NLC, BLS certification, and 3–5 years of nursing experience with