Nursing Education & Practice Change Leader

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 105,705 - 211,369; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist to design, deliver, and evaluate education across the continuum of care, aligning with evidence-based practice and regulatory standards.

This role supports onboarding, competency management, and ongoing professional development, using adult learning principles and innovative modalities to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes within Rhode Island Hospital.

Qualifications

• BSN required; MSN required within 1 year of hire.
• Current RN license in applicable state; in good standing.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS preferred; AHA instructor certifications preferred.
• NPD specialty or other professional certification required within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates learning needs and develops tailored education programs.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates onboarding and competency assessments.
• Uses adult learning principles and multiple modalities to engage staff.
• Leads system-wide education initiatives and ensures accreditation readiness.
• Mentors clinical teams and supports professional growth and retention.
• Partners with leadership to align education with organizational priorities.

Skills

Adult learning

Curriculum design

Education program evaluation

Healthcare training

Data analysis

Interprofessional collaboration

Change management

LMS proficiency

Education

BSN

MSN

Tools

LMS

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist to design, deliver, and evaluate education across the continuum of care, aligning with evidence-based practice and regulatory standards.

This role supports onboarding, competency management, and ongoing professional development, using adult learning principles and innovative modalities to improve clinical practice and patient outcomes within Rhode Island Hospital.