Professional Development Specialist - TGH Nursing Support Services

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Professional Development Specialist in Nursing Support Services to design, implement, and evaluate education strategies across the enterprise. The role focuses on transition-to-practice programs, workforce development, and clinical credibility through bedside practice.

Key responsibilities include assessing education needs, aligning initiatives with quality goals and regulatory standards, and delivering data-driven evaluations of program impact.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in nursing or related field.
• Active RN license in Florida.
• Minimum of three years in nursing or professional development.
• Experience in nursing education or transition programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate professional development programs using evidence-based education methods.
• Conduct needs assessments to identify workforce education gaps.
• Align initiatives with organizational strategy, quality metrics, and regulatory standards.
• Lead or support education and change initiatives across the organization.
• Provide consultation and expertise in nursing professional development.

Skills

Adult learning theory

Instructional design

Needs assessment

Program evaluation

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Data to insights

Excel

Education

Master's Degree - Nursing

Registered Nurse - Florida

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description - Professional Development Specialist - TGH Nursing Support Services (260003KR)

Job Description

Professional Development Specialist - TGH Nursing Support Services - ( 260003KR )

Description

The Professional Development Specialist provides advanced nursing professional development expertise, supporting enterprise-wide education, transition-to-practice programs, and workforce development initiatives. This role designs, implements, and evaluates education strategies aligned with organizational priorities, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practice. The Professional Development Specialist serves as an internal consultant and program leader, advancing clinical excellence, professional growth, and organizational readiness while maintaining clinical credibility through direct bedside practice

Essential Functions:

• Design, implement, and evaluate professional development and transition-to-practice programs using evidence-based education methodologies.
• Conduct formal and informal needs assessments to identify workforce development priorities and education gaps.
• Align professional development initiatives with organizational strategy, quality goals, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead or support organizational change initiatives through targeted education and performance improvement strategies.
• Provide internal consultation and subject matter expertise related to nursing professional development practice.
• Evaluate program effectiveness using outcome data, quality indicators, and return-on-investment or return-on-expectation measures.
• Support coordination and oversight of divisional education activities as assigned.
• Maintain clinical credibility by completing required bedside clinical hours in area of specialty.
• Promote compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards related to nursing education and development.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree - Nursing
• Registered Nurse - Florida
• Minimum of three (3) years of related nursing or professional development experience required. Experience in nursing professional development, clinical education, or transition programs. Experience in acute care or complex healthcare environments.

Technical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of nursing professional development practice, adult learning theory, and instructional design principles.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards impacting nursing education and workforce development.
• Proficiency in needs assessment, program evaluation, and outcome measurement methodologies.
• Ability to align professional development initiatives with organizational strategy, quality metrics, and business priorities.
• Advanced systems-level critical thinking and problem-solving skills in complex healthcare environments.
• Expertise in change management and the application of evidence-based strategies to influence professional practice.
• Strong consultation, coaching, and influence skills across interdisciplinary and leadership audiences.
• Ability to assess cost effectiveness and return on investment for professional development initiatives.
• High-level written, verbal, and presentation skills to translate data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, to support analysis, reporting, and education delivery .

Primary Location

Tampa

Work Locations

TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601

Eligible for Remote Work : On Site

Job

Nursing (LPNs, RNs)

Schedule

Full-time

Scheduled Days : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday