Pediatric Nursing Education & Competency Coach

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Orlando Health's Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Orlando, FL seeks a Professional Development Practitioner to lead staff education, ensure clinical competence, and partner with practice transitions.

The role focuses on designing, implementing, and evaluating education programs across pediatric areas, aligning with nursing professional development standards.

Requires BSN, Florida RN license, and national certification within two years; 3 years of related clinical experience; full-time days.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited school.
• Active Florida RN license.
• National specialty certification to be obtained within two years of hire.
• BLS/ALS/PALS and NRP certifications as required by department.

Responsibilities

• Conducts ongoing needs assessments and formulates educational plans based on data collected.
• Develops and coordinates orientation process for assigned areas; meets with orientees, preceptors, and leadership; uses Education Action Plan as needed.
• Actively participates in quality and safety initiatives.
• Implements educational programs to enhance nursing staff competence using diverse teaching methods.
• Develops evidence-based, culturally competent curricula per ANPD standards.
• Verifies team member proficiency through at-the-point-of-care observation.
• Collaborates with leadership to review progress and provide feedback on skills.
• Evaluates competency verification methods and reports findings to stakeholders.
• Works with site education manager on initiatives influencing outcomes.
• Collaborates with Clinical Learning to enhance clinical skills and professional development.
• Promotes participation in professional initiatives and regulatory policy education.

Skills

Leadership

Educational planning

Clinical nursing

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

ANPD Practice Model

Job description

Orlando Health's Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children in Orlando, FL seeks a Professional Development Practitioner to lead staff education, ensure clinical competence, and partner with practice transitions.

The role focuses on designing, implementing, and evaluating education programs across pediatric areas, aligning with nursing professional development standards.

Requires BSN, Florida RN license, and national certification within two years; 3 years of related clinical experience; full-time days.