Nursing Professional Development - Practitioner

Indiana University Health System; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Leadership growth

Job summary

Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner to lead onboarding, competency management, and education across units. The role partners with unit leaders to promote excellence in patient care and staff development.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN with an Indiana RN license and BLS, and is prepared to travel to support educational needs across the IU Health system. Strong leadership and collaborative skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN required and Indiana RN license or NLC.
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• BLS certification required; additional life-support credentials may be required by unit.
• Two years of nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to apply adult learning principles to education and development initiatives.
• Willingness to travel across IU Health system as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and orientation programs for new staff and learners.
• Manage and assess competency development and maintenance for clinical staff.
• Design, implement, and evaluate education programs and role development initiatives.
• Build collaborative partnerships with unit leaders, educators, and stakeholders.
• Facilitate inquiry and evidence-based practice to promote improvement.
• Support system-wide and unit-specific educational strategies to meet patient care needs.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Leadership

Communication

Travel flexibility

Collaboration

Unit experience (Pre-op/PACU/Post-op)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program

Job description

Location: Methodist Hospital

Shift: Day Shift 1.0 FTE

Position: Nursing Professional Development Practitioner

The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner utilizes professional judgment and expertise to enhance the role competence and growth of learners across various settings, supporting the IU Health Way. Key responsibilities include onboarding and orientation, competency management, education, role development, collaborative partnerships, and inquiry. This role often functions at the unit or facility level, partnering with leaders and stakeholders to achieve strategic goals and initiatives.

Position Overview

The Nursing Professional Development Practitioner plays a vital role in fostering professional growth, ensuring competency, and supporting educational needs within the organization. They serve as a resource and leader in adult learning principles, working collaboratively to promote excellence in patient care and staff development across IU Health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead onboarding and orientation programs for new staff and learners.
• Manage and assess competency development and maintenance for clinical staff.
• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs and role development initiatives.
• Build collaborative partnerships with unit leaders, educators, and stakeholders to support organizational goals.
• Facilitate inquiry and evidence-based practice to promote continuous improvement.
• Support system-wide and unit-specific educational strategies to meet evolving patient care needs.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program.

Licensure

• Active RN license in Indiana or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Additional advanced life support certifications may be required depending on unit or specialty.

Experience

• Two years of nursing experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates knowledge of adult learning principles and techniques.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed to support educational needs across the system.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Pre-op, PACU, and Post-op experience Strongly Preferred

Why IU Health?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
• A dynamic, supportive environment dedicated to excellence in education and patient care

To learn more about our benefits, visit: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

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