Nursing Professional Development Specialist, Cardiovascular Services, Baptist Health

Baptist Health System, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health System, Inc. is seeking a Nursing Education/Development professional to design, implement, and evaluate educational programs across the health system.

The role focuses on transition to practice for new graduates and experienced nurses, using evidence-based strategies to enhance adult learning and clinical growth. The position requires a Master’s degree in nursing within 24 months of hire, RN licensure, and a Baptist Health approved certification; NPD certification is encouraged

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing required within 24 months of hire.
• Certification: Baptist Health approved; NPD certification encouraged within 3 years of hire.
• RN license required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs and professional development initiatives for team members across the health system.
• Focus on transition to practice for new graduates and experienced nurses.
• Foster workplace learning through evidence-based strategies and apply adult learning principles.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure continuous professional growth and improve patient care outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Educational program design

Nursing education

Education

Master's in Nursing

Job description

About Baptist Health
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville’s only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children’s Hospital.

The role is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs and professional development initiatives for team members across the health system. This role focuses on transition to practice for new graduates and experienced nurses, fosters workplace learning through evidence-based strategies, and applies adult learning principles to meet the diverse needs of clinical teams. The position will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure continuous professional growth and improve patient care outcomes.

*Education Note: Master’s degree in nursing required within 24 months of hire.

*Certification Note: At least one Baptist Health approved certification is required for this role. NPD certification is highly encouraged within 3 years of hire.

Experience:
Over 5 years’ Experience in Cardiovascular Services Required
Over 5 years’ Experience in an Acute Care Setting Required
Leadership Experience Preferred
Learning and Development Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Nursing Professional Development - Board Certified (NPD-BC) Preferred
Licensed Registered Nurse Required

Primary Location:

Metro Square