Nursing Professional Development - Oncology

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nurse Senior – Educator, also known as the Nursing Professional Development Specialist, advances nursing excellence through evidence-based education and professional development at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute within Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center.

This 40-hour salaried role designs, implements, and evaluates educational programs, mentors nurses, and partners with nursing leadership to promote clinical competency and continuous improvement in ambulatory oncology services.

Qualifications

• Connecticut RN license required.
• MSN preferred; BSN allowed if pursuing MSN.
• Minimum 3 years oncology nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs for nursing staff in ambulatory oncology.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams on learning needs.
• Mentor nurses in evidence-based practice and support quality improvement.
• Integrate best practices and regulatory standards into education and workflows.

Skills

Educational program design

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

Registered Nurse license

MSN preferred

BSN pursuing MSN

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

At the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute within Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Cente r , the Nurse Senior – Educator, also known as the Nursing Professional Development Specialist, advances nursing excellence through evidence-based education and professional development. This role empowers nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by fostering lifelong learning and supporting clinical competency across ambulatory oncology services.

What You Will Do

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs that promote clinical competency, orientation, and continuing education for nursing staff across ambulatory oncology services.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to assess learning needs and develop targeted strategies for professional growth and clinical excellence.
• Serve as a mentor and resource, guiding nurses in evidence-based practice and supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead efforts to integrate best practices and regulatory standards into nursing education and clinical workflows to support safe, high-quality patient care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current and valid Connecticut RN license.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program. A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is a strong preference; near requirement. BSN candidates will only be considered if they are actively pursuing an MSN or higher degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent clinical experience in oncology nursing. This may include, but is not limited to, ambulatory oncology, infusion services, medical oncology, hematology/oncology, cancer care, and other oncology specialty settings.

Preferred:

• MSN will be required to be completed within six months of hire.
• Experience in staff education or professional development (strong preference; near required).
• Current BLS certification and advanced specialty certifications (ACLS, etc.). Certification support will be offered post-hire.
• Familiarity with Oncology Nursing Certification or other relevant oncology specialty certification standards, competency requirements, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver educational programs for nursing staff.

Position Highlights

• Full-Time: 40 hours/week
• This is a salaried position with a range of: $83,304 to $133,328

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is collaborating with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to strengthen and expand cancer care across the region. This relationship combines Dana-Farber’s nationally recognized oncology expertise with Trinity Health Of New England’s commitment to delivering exceptional, locally led care close to home. Through access to clinical specialists, tumor boards, educational resources and best practices, patients and pro,viders will benefit from enhanced support and innovation. Together, we are building a stronger, more integrated oncology program focused on clinical excellence and outstanding patient outcomes. Through access to clinical specialists, tumor boards, educational resources, and best practices, patients and providers will benefit from enhanced support and innovation.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.