Nursing Professional Development Practitioner ED & BHU

LifeBridge Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

LifeBridge Health is seeking a Behavioral Health and Emergency Department Nursing Professional Development Practitioner to enhance education and professional growth in their nursing teams. This role focuses on developing comprehensive educational programs aligned with adult learning principles and providing crucial support in high-acuity environments.

Candidates should have significant clinical experience in Behavioral Health and/or Emergency Nursing, alongside a solid educational background, to promote quality improvement and safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required; Master’s preferred.
• Current Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• 3-5 years of experience in Behavioral Health and/or Emergency Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates education programs for the BHU and ED.
• Provides leadership and education for frontline team members.
• Partners with BHU and ED leadership to advance quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical experience in Behavioral Health

Crisis management skills

Mentoring

Leadership in educational programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Master’s degree in nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Job description

Overview

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

About The Role

The Behavioral Health and Emergency Department Nursing Professional Development Practitioner (NPD Practitioner) at Sinai Hospital and Grace Medical Center, under limited supervision, designs, develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive education and professional development programs supporting the Behavioral Health (BHU) and Emergency Department (ED) service lines. Grounded in adult learning principles and aligned with the ANA Nursing Professional Development Scope and Standards, this role promotes clinical excellence through onboarding oversight, competency validation, and at-the-elbow education. Candidates should bring a strong clinical background in Behavioral Health and/or Emergency Nursing experience to effectively support high-acuity patient populations and crisis-driven environments. The NPD Practitioner partners with interdisciplinary leaders and frontline clinical team members as a facilitator, mentor, and advisor to advance quality improvement and ensure safe, high-quality, evidence-based patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates education programs for the BHU and ED using adult learning principles and professional development standards.
• Provides leadership, support, and at-the-elbow education for frontline team members in the BHU and ED, promoting clinical excellence in high-acuity and crisis-driven environments.
• Partners with BHU and ED leadership, as well as interdisciplinary teams, to advance quality improvement initiatives, regulatory readiness, and hospital-wide education priorities.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing required; Master’s preferred.
• Licensure: Current Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license required; American Heart Association issued BLS required.
• Certification: National certification required (e.g., Nursing Specialty, Nursing Professional Development, or ASTD); additional certifications as appropriate, including AHA ACLS, NRP, PALS, and corresponding Instructor certifications.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in Behavioral Health and/or Emergency Nursing required; previous education or teaching experience preferred.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.
• Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.
• Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.

Why LifeBridge Health?

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.