Nursing Professional Development Practitioner

AdventHealth; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Littleton, CO is seeking a dedicated Nursing Professional Development (NPD) practitioner to lead orientation and staff education. You will apply ANPD standards to assess learning needs, plan curricula, and evaluate outcomes to ensure high-quality patient care.

You will design engaging programs for new grads and experienced nurses, coach learners, and support interprofessional collaboration while upholding regulatory requirements and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Nursing and RN license required.
• At least 2+ years nursing experience.
• Knowledge of ANA/ANPD standards and continuing education.
• Ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate education programs.

Responsibilities

• Onboard orientation using ANPD standards and assess learner needs.
• Develop education plans for new grads, experienced nurses, and staff.
• Coordinate competency validation and ongoing training activities.
• Promote clinical practice improvement and evidence-based learning.
• Support preceptor programs and student placements.

Skills

Effective communicator

Learning facilitator

Interprofessional collaboration

Education planning

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's of Nursing [Required]

Master's of Nursing [Preferred]

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

7700 S BROADWAY

City

LITTLETON

State

Colorado

Postal Code

80122

Job Description

Creates, plans, implements, and coordinates orientation for individuals new to the nursing unit/department using the ANPD standards of practice including assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation with the NPD Practice model using inputs, throughputs, and outcomes to ensure a systematic approach to onboarding orientation. Adjusts implementation strategies as needed based on the learner’s developmental level, learning needs, readiness, ability to learn, language, and cultural preferences. Engages learners in planned educational activities through use of effective facilitation skills

Creates, plans, implements, and coordinates activities related to training of new graduates, experienced nurses, and ancillary staff new to the unit/department based on collection of data that is used systematically and purposefully to ensure relevant and evidence-based learning for each clinician. Develop/coordinates education plans related to initial and ongoing competency validation. Activities include coaching of new nurses, facilitation of learning, using simulation, and tools that capture objective and subjective data about the individual’s knowledge base and actual performance. Utilizes clinical problems to promote inquiry/investigation and improvement, follows through with competency assessment of new/changed skills and concepts. Creates the safest environment possible for conducting assessment and observation of practice. Collects data to evaluate and refine competency management activities. Role models competent practice and facilitates a positive learning environment. Performs needs assessment, gap analysis, environmental scanning and identifies high risk and problem prone related practices.

Designs engaging, interactive, state of the art educational activities/plans rooted in adult learning principles; implements and coordinates activities related to clinical practice and lifelong career development. Integrates regulatory standards to meet the requirements for continuing education contact hours, when appropriate. The programs/activities are based on identification of a professional practice gap/needs assessments, and current evidence-based practice/literature. Programs are designed to augment the knowledge, skills and attitudes of assigned staff including continuing education, in-service education, continued competence training, or new information based on unit/department needs, organization initiatives/goals and policy revisions. Develops, incorporates, and implements evidence-based plans in collaboration with content experts, representatives of target audiences, and other stakeholders to support interprofessional/team coordination of care across the continuum. Assists with students and practicing nurses to identify their learning needs, strengths, and opportunities and develops learning activities to grow skill sets based on learning needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of educational activities.

NPD Practitioner may assist others in their professional role development, practice role transitions, and succession planning. Supports the preceptor program and provides support at the unit level to the preceptor. Promotes certification and advanced formal education.

Promotes a supportive environment for students by collaborating with academic partners for student placement and a positive student experience. Implements the nursing professional development (NPD) initiatives demonstrating caring behaviors, respect, equity, inclusiveness and empathy in actions and interactions with others. Identifies opportunities for collaboration/partnership related to education and clinical practice. Effectively communicates and collaborates with relevant stakeholders related to professional development activities.

Serves as a resource for clinical inquiry process, including identification of potential projects, and/or subject matter expertise. Demonstrates a “spirit of inquiry” to support professional curiosity including research, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives using the organization’s preferred structure, i.e. PDSA (plan, do, study, act). Works with others to identify problems and solutions and collaboratively create and assists in the implementation of the changes planned. Creates a supportive environment for nursing research, scientific inquiry, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice. Disseminates evidence-based practice findings through educational programs, courses, and other activities. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Working knowledge of word processing, data management, email, and presentation applications. (Required)
• Effective professional communicator with strong interpersonal skills. (Required)
• Knowledge of the American Nurses Association (ANA)/Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) scope and standards for Nursing Professional Development (Required)
• Self-directed, creative, and demonstrates initiative to fulfill the seven roles of the NPD practitioner: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for inquiry, advocate for the NPD specialty and partner for practice transitions. (Preferred)
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards (e.g., CMS, OSHA) for professional specialty served. (Preferred)

Education

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Required]
• Master's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience

• 2+ years nursing experience (Required)

Additional Information

• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses And Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Cert (PALS) [Preferred]
• Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) [Preferred]
• Nursing Professional Development - Board Certified (NPD-BC) [Preferred]
• Acute/Critical Care Nursing (CCRN) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements)

Physical Requirements -https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range

$38.92 - $72.40

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.