Nursing Education & Professional Development Lead

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Wheaton, IL seeks a Professional Development Specialist (1.0 FTE, Exempt) to design, implement and evaluate orientation programs and continuous learning for caregivers across units. This role uses data to close performance gaps and supports nursing professional development in line with ANA standards.

Responsibilities include analyzing learning needs, coordinating with unit leaders, delivering evidence-based education, and assessing outcomes on patient care.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 5 years in a clinical specialty.
• BSN required.
• Must be enrolled in a Master’s degree and able to complete within 3 years of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• Licensed RN in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements and evaluates orientation and learning programs.
• Uses data to identify learning needs and outcomes.
• Facilitates evidence-based educational activities.
• Collaborates with unit leadership and content experts.
• Evaluates impact on patient care and practice.

Skills

Orientation programs

Continuous learning

Data-driven

Clinical nursing

Education

BSN

MSN in progress

RN licensure Illinois

BLS certification

NPD-BC certification (preferred)

Job description

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare in Wheaton, IL seeks a Professional Development Specialist (1.0 FTE, Exempt) to design, implement and evaluate orientation programs and continuous learning for caregivers across units. This role uses data to close performance gaps and supports nursing professional development in line with ANA standards.

Responsibilities include analyzing learning needs, coordinating with unit leaders, delivering evidence-based education, and assessing outcomes on patient care.