Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator

RWJBarnabas Health

Livingston (NJ)

On-site

USD 115,657 - 150,355

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in New Jersey. The role includes planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating education programs for hospital associates and leading simulation-based training.

The position requires a valid NJ RN license, 5+ years in acute care, BLS, and a master’s or related certification is preferred.

Qualifications

At least 5 years of RN experience in acute care.
Bachelor's degree in nursing; RN license in New Jersey.
Active American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Provide orientation, in-service training, and continuing education.
Develop, implement, and validate initial and ongoing competencies.
Demonstrate effective teaching skills using appropriate instructional methods.
Apply adult learning theory in program delivery.
Facilitate professional role development and transitions.
Educate and mentor staff on quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
Maintain simulation lab and equipment; provide simulation experiences.
Analyze learning needs using data and trends.
Represent NPD in hospital-wide committees.
Organize multiple assignments and projects; prioritize effectively.

Skills

RN Experience

Teaching Skills

Adult Learning

Simulation Lab

Quality Improvement

Education

BSN Degree

MSN Preferred

NPD-BC Certification

Tools

Education Technologies

Curriculum Design Software

Job description

Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator

Job Title: Nursing Prof Dev Practitioner

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Develop Innovation & Research

Req #: 0000259514

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $115,657.80 - $150,355.14 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

At Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator is responsible for participating in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of education and training for hospital associates. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Nurse Educator is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

As a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator, a typical day may include:

Provide for orientation, in-service training, and continuing education
Develops, implements, and validates initial and ongoing competencies
Demonstrates effective teaching skills through appropriate instructional methodologies
Applies principles of adult learning theory when conducting programs
Facilitates professional role development and practice role transitions
Educates and mentors nursing staff on quality improvement and evidence-based practice
Maintains simulation lab and equipment; provides simulation experiences and encourages use of simulation in educational programs
Analyzes issues, trends, and supporting data to determine the learning needs of individuals and departments
Represents Nursing Professional Development/NPD specialty in hospital-wide/system-wide committees and councils; disseminates information accordingly
Organizes multiple assignments and/or projects simultaneously
Visible and accessible to clinical staff
Additional duties and responsibilities as delegated within NPD Scope and Standards of Practice
Role requires flexibility, adaptability, and independent prioritization of responsibilities
Travel throughout RWJBH
Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, and organizational resources that support long-term career progression

This role might be for you if:

Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes
Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this Nurse Educator opportunity, you must have at least 5 years of RN experience in acute care clinical services, be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing, a bachelor's degree in nursing, hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing, and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A master's degree in Education, Nursing and/or Health Related Field or post-master's certificate in education, specialty nursing certification such as Nursing Professional Development-Board Certified/NPD-BC, and 2 years in professional development/education are strongly preferred. This position offers a full-time schedule on the day shift, 37.5 working weekly hours, off shift hours quarterly, and no holidays, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
Retirement Plans
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Planning Support
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.