Nursing Education & Practice Leader (NPD)

adventhealth; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 81,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth Parker in Colorado is seeking a Nursing Education Specialist to support clinical inquiry, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives across the nursing unit. You will collaborate with teams to implement changes and coordinate education plans for new graduates and staff.

The role emphasizes onboarding, competency validation, and practical teaching using simulations and learner-centered approaches.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid license and BLS certification.
• 2+ years of nursing experience in a hospital setting.
• Experience in a specialty area applying for.
• Previous teaching or preceptor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a resource for clinical inquiry process, including identification of projects and subject matter expertise.
• Supports professional curiosity with research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates to identify problems and implement changes planned.
• Creates a supportive environment for nursing research and evidence-based practice.
• Disseminates findings through education programs and courses.

Skills

Communication skills

Data management

Word processing

Email

Presentation software

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's of Nursing

Master's

Job description

AdventHealth Parker in Colorado is seeking a Nursing Education Specialist to support clinical inquiry, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives across the nursing unit. You will collaborate with teams to implement changes and coordinate education plans for new graduates and staff.

The role emphasizes onboarding, competency validation, and practical teaching using simulations and learner-centered approaches.