RN Professional Development Specialist - Nursing Administration

Kettering Health; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Miamisburg is seeking an RN Professional Development Specialist to design, implement, and evaluate educational programs that foster clinical competence and professional growth among nursing staff.

The role collaborates with nursing leadership to assess learning needs, promote evidence-based practice, and ensure regulatory compliance within the B Safe framework.

Qualifications

• BSN required; master’s degree in nursing or related field preferred within 4 years of hire.
• Minimum of three years of clinical nursing experience.
• Current Ohio RN license and BLS certification.
• NPD certification within 2 years if not held at start.

Responsibilities

• Advance nursing practice by designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to assess learning needs and promote evidence-based practice.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and align activities with B Safe program.

Education

BSN

Master's degree in Nursing or related field

RN license in Ohio

BLS certification

Certification in Nursing Professional Development

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Miamisburg | Miamisburg | Full-Time | 8 Hour Shift Varied

Responsibilities & Requirements

The RN Professional Development Specialist advances nursing practice by designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that foster clinical competence and professional growth among nursing staff. This role collaborates with nursing leadership to assess learning needs, promote evidence-based practice, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. Nursing related Master's degree required within 4 years of hire Minimum of three years of clinical nursing experience. Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Certification in Nursing Professional Development or specialty area required within 2 years of hire (if not held at start).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field preferred. Experience in nursing education, preceptorship, or staff development preferred.


• Certification in Nursing Professional Development (\"e.g., ANCC NPD-BC\") preferred at hire.


• RN Preceptor Experience in Acute Care


• Experience with RN Professional Development Programs, (Professional Ladder, Leader Development, CE development)


• Strong intrapersonal skills


• Proficient in utilizing computer software


• Experience with an electronic learning management system preferred

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.