Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator Emergency Department

RWJBarnabas Health; Livingston (NJ); On-site; USD 116,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator for the Emergency Department at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. This full-time daytime role focuses on planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating education and training for hospital staff.

The position requires a BSN, active NJ RN license, BLS, and preferred NPD-BC or MSN/DNP/post-master's certs. Prior ED-education and healthcare teaching experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Covering the Emergency Department as assigned.
• Provide orientation, in-service training, and continuing education.
• Develop, implement, and validate competencies.
• Demonstrate effective teaching using instructional methods.
• Apply adult learning theory to programs.
• Mentor nursing staff on quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Maintain simulation labs/equipment and develop simulations.
• Analyze learning needs from data and trends.

Skills

Professional development

Acute clinical services

Clear communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator Emergency Department

Category: Education/Training

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Department: Develop Innovation & Research

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

Location: 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Req #: 0000267195

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, this Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator will focus on the Emergency Department. They will be 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:

• Covering the Emergency Department
• 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

This role might be for you if:

• You have 2 years of professional development/education experience (preferred)
• You have at least 5 years of acute clinical services experience (preferred)
• 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 be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing, hold a Bachelors of Science in Nursing degree, have an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing, and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Specialty nursing certification and/or Nursing Professional Development-Board Certified/NPD-BC is preferred. A Master's Degree in Education, Nursing (MSN), doctorate (DNP or PhD), or post-master's certificate in education is also preferred. This position offers a full-time schedule on the day shift at 37.5 working weekly hours. Off-shift hours quarterly is to be expected, and no holidays are required.

Benefits and Perks

• 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.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer