Professional Development Specialist RN (Nights)

Northwell Health; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 63,273 - 117,495; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a dedicated Nursing Educator to enhance nursing competency and ensure safe practices within the department. This role requires overseeing educational programs, mentoring nursing staff, and collaborating with medical leadership on safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Nursing, alongside necessary certifications like RN, BLS, CNOR, APRN, and RNFA. The position offers a dynamic work environment with rotating shifts in Norwalk, Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Master's level in Nursing or related field required.
• BLS, RN, CNOR, APRN, RNFA certifications required.
• Experience in coordinating nursing education and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nurse education ensuring competencies and certifications.
• Collaborate with nurse managers to develop education plans.
• Participate in patient oversight for high-risk patients.
• Facilitate clinical drills for emergency situations.
• Mentor and evaluate staff performance.

Skills

Nursing education coordination

Patient safety protocols

Clinical mentorship

Compliance and auditing

Education

Master's degree

Tools

BLS certification

RN license

CNOR certification

APRN certification

RNFA certification

Job description

Job Schedule

Three 12‑hour shifts per week, rotating nights Monday through Sunday, 1900–0700. Off‑shift coverage as needed.

Overview

Provides oversight and monitoring of safe practices for the department and functions as the department educator. This role reports to the manager of Nursing Professional Development.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Nursing Professional Development Department, coordinate and track education for unit interdisciplinary staff to assure up‑to‑date competencies and required certifications as appropriate to role. Coordinate and track completion of unit‑based orientations.
• Collaborate with Department Nurse Managers to develop and coordinate unit‑based and online education plans. Conduct education for the department. Support and encourage nurses pursuing and maintaining specialty certifications. Provide CEUs for unit‑specific educational programs as appropriate.
• Participate in patient oversight by coordinating plans of care for high‑risk patients, facilitating root‑cause event investigations, and tracking all elements of any assigned corrective action plans, including completion and review of audits, necessary changes to policies and order sets, and monitoring staff completion of required education.
• Collaborate with medical staff members and nurse managers to plan and facilitate clinical drills for high‑risk situations. Participate huddles and high‑risk rounds.
• Collaborate with departmental medical and nursing leadership and Quality Coordinator to develop unit‑based patient safety goals, evidence‑based and team‑focused policies, procedures and clinical practice guidelines aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic plan.
• Function as a mentor, role model, and clinical resource, and provide feedback to nurse managers for staff member performance evaluations.
• Fulfill all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Master’s level required.

Credentials

BLS, RN, CNOR, APRN, RNFA.

Company & Compensation

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association.

Department: Nursing Education.

Exempt: Yes.

Salary Range: $45.93 - $85.29 Hourly.