Nursing Education & Practice Transformation Lead

Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital seeks an experienced Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Education Manager to design, deliver, and evaluate education across the continuum of care. This role supports onboarding, competency management, and ongoing professional development using adult learning principles and innovative modalities.

The position partners with leadership to align education with organizational priorities, quality initiatives, and patient outcomes, fostering a culture of inquiry and continuous

Qualifications

• BSN required; Master's in Nursing, Education, or related field preferred.
• Current RN license in applicable state(s) is required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS certification and AHA instructor certification(s) preferred.
• NPD specialty or other professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates learning needs and provides just‑in‑time education to address gaps.
• Develops and delivers tailored education programs aligned with learner needs and practice settings.
• Oversees onboarding programs and competency management for new hires and role transitions.
• Provides coaching and builds preceptor capacity to support professional development.
• Promotes evidence‑based practice and measures impact on care quality.
• Participates in quality assessments and accreditation readiness activities.

Skills

Adult learning

Curriculum design

Evaluation

EBP & outcomes

Education

BSN

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Rhode Island Hospital seeks an experienced Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Education Manager to design, deliver, and evaluate education across the continuum of care. This role supports onboarding, competency management, and ongoing professional development using adult learning principles and innovative modalities.

The position partners with leadership to align education with organizational priorities, quality initiatives, and patient outcomes, fostering a culture of inquiry and continuous