Nursing Professional Development Leader

IHA; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Colleague Referral Program

Unlimited career growth

Job summary

IHA is seeking a Professional Development Specialist - Nursing to advance and maintain clinical staff competence and support career goals across our large Catholic health system. The role emphasizes lifelong learning, evidence-based practice, and a collaborative leadership model to enhance nursing practice.

Under supervision of the Clinical Service Director, you will develop, implement, and evaluate continuing education activities, aligning programs with organizational goals and patient care

Qualifications

• RN licence in Michigan (CPR/BCLS)
• One year teaching experience with adult education
• Preferred: MSN or related Master’s Degree
• Preferred: Two years of clinical nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Collects data on educational needs and pertinent situations.
• Analyzes issues, trends, and data to determine educational needs for individuals and organizations.
• Identifies target audience, objectives, and outcomes for learning activities.
• Plans strategies, alternatives, and resources to achieve outcomes.
• Ensures educational activities are implemented and evaluated for quality.
• Coordinates educational initiatives and activities.
• Promotes positive learning and practice environments.
• Provides consultation to influence plans, enhance abilities, and drive change.
• Evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes.
• Keeps current knowledge and competency in nursing professional development.

Skills

Adult education

Teaching experience

Educational program planning

Education

BSN

MSN or related Master’s Degree

Job description

IHA is seeking a Professional Development Specialist - Nursing to advance and maintain clinical staff competence and support career goals across our large Catholic health system. The role emphasizes lifelong learning, evidence-based practice, and a collaborative leadership model to enhance nursing practice.

Under supervision of the Clinical Service Director, you will develop, implement, and evaluate continuing education activities, aligning programs with organizational goals and patient care