RN NPD Specialist

Baylor Scott & White Health; Lorena (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Specialist to innovate tools, theories, and expertise to enhance nursing practice. You will work alone and with others to create, implement, and assess development plans to improve workflows and patient outcomes.

This role requires a Master’s degree, RN license, 3+ years of experience, and BLS within 30 days. You will promote evidence-based practices, lead education projects, and influence inter-professional learning

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required and RN license.
• At least 3 years of relevant nursing education or staff development experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to design and assess educational plans for diverse learner groups.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify learning needs and trends using a systematic approach.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational projects for employees at all levels.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to plan lifelong learning activities.
• Assess nursing practices and ensure alignment with priorities and mission.
• Promote inter-professional learning and practice transformations.
• Foster research and evidence-based practices within the organization.
• Incorporate ethics regarding privacy, security, and confidentiality into program management.

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Educational planning

Job description

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

As a Nursing Professional Development Specialist, you’ll innovate tools, theories, and expertise to enhance the specialty. You will work alone and with others to create, implement, and assess development plans. Your goal is to improve workflows, patient outcomes, and uphold professional standards in practice.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify team members’ learning needs, anticipate trends, and address potential issues using a systematic approach.
• Identify, verify, and document professional practice gaps and outcomes in a structured manner to facilitate the education planning process.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational projects for employees of all career levels using research, theories, and experiences.
• Work with stakeholders, utilize resources to plan and implement lifelong learning activities for people or groups.
• Assess nursing practices with others. Ensure alignment with priorities and mission.
• Earnestly participate in and help others with professional role development, role transitions within practice, and succession planning.
• Act as a key influencer in promoting inter-professional learning, professional development, and practice transformations within the organization.
• Promote scientific research and evidence-based practices through managing and sharing findings within local and national communities.
• Incorporate ethics into educational program management, considering factors related to privacy, security, and confidentiality.

Key Success Factors

• You have a demonstrable understanding of nursing and patient care protocols.
• You’re knowledgeable about relevant legal rules and regulations, along with standards established by certification and accreditation bodies.
• You know medical language and practices for promoting health, reducing risks, managing patient care, and preventing disease.
• You have a profound respect for patient privacy rights and uphold professional nursing ethics.
• You have an adaptable teaching methodology that caters to diverse learning styles.
• Your communication skills are impeccable, whether you’re speaking or writing.
• You have an innate knack for positive interactions with a wide spectrum of people.
• You excel at coaching, mentoring and enlightening others in the areas of program planning and development.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Have at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Be a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Obtain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within the first 30 days of employment or upon transferring.