Transition to Practice Spec

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's is seeking a Transition to Practice Specialist to serve as a dedicated clinical mentor and educator for nurses transitioning into independent practice or new specialty areas. The TTPS provides real-time support, coaching, and skill validation to strengthen clinical reasoning, confidence, and competence.

Collaborates with educators and leaders to promote safe, high-quality care and fosters ongoing professional growth within the department.

Responsibilities

• Provides bedside mentorship to develop clinical reasoning, situational awareness, and decision-making in nursing staff.
• Collaborates with department nursing leaders and unit educator to support staff development.
• Partners with other disciplines to support quality improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Engages in department initiatives aligned with Phoenix Children's philosophy and nursing growth.
• Conducts shift-based staff assessments and provides feedback using standardized tools and guidelines.
• Documents observations, progress, and recommendations in designated reporting systems.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as requested.

Job description

Transition to Practice Spec
Department: PCH-MAIN | Educational Services
Location: Phoenix
Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 3pm-4:30am
Category: Clinical Education
Posting #: 1057039
Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Transition to Practice Specialist (TTPS) serves as a dedicated clinical mentor and educator for nurses transitioning into independent practice or new specialty areas. The TTPS provides real-time support, coaching, and skill validation to strengthen clinical reasoning, confidence, and competence. Working collaboratively with educators and leaders, this role promotes safe, high-quality care and fosters ongoing professional growth.

Position Duties

• Provides bedside mentorship and coaching to promote the development of clinical reasoning, situational awareness, and decision-making skills, guiding nurses in planning and prioritizing care.
• Collaborates with department nursing leaders and unit educator to support staff developmental needs.
• Collaborates with other disciplines and departments as a change agent to support quality improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance.
• Engages in ongoing department endeavours which support the philosophy and values of Phoenix Children's and nursing and the professional development of staff.
• Conducts shift-based assessments of staff and provides feedback using standardized tools and clinical guidelines to reinforce safety protocols, documentation standards, and clinical decision-making.
• Documents observations, progress, and recommendations in designated reporting systems.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable