Nursing Education & Professional Development Leader

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Cherry Valley (MD); On-site; USD 89,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center seeks an experienced Nursing Education Specialist to lead assessment planning, onboarding, and continued staff development. You will collaborate with department leaders to enhance patient care through evidence-based education and professional growth.

The role emphasizes adult learning strategies, competency validation, and ongoing collaboration with Nursing and perioperative services to align with SPIRIT values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; master's preferred.
• 5–7 years of acute care experience with education roles.
• RN license in Maryland or eligible; ANCC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and coordinate orientation programs for nursing staff.
• Identify learning needs and design competency-based education.
• Promote lifelong learning and application of adult learning principles.
• Track participation and maintain education records within budget.
• Collaborate with DON and Nurse Directors on performance improvement.

Skills

Communication

Data entry

Cerner experience

Office software

AV equipment

HIPAA knowledge

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center seeks an experienced Nursing Education Specialist to lead assessment planning, onboarding, and continued staff development. You will collaborate with department leaders to enhance patient care through evidence-based education and professional growth.

The role emphasizes adult learning strategies, competency validation, and ongoing collaboration with Nursing and perioperative services to align with SPIRIT values.