Ambulatory Nursing Professional Development Practitioner

IU Health • Roanoke, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join IU Health as an Ambulatory Nursing Professional Development (NPD)
Practitioner supporting our Medical Group locations in Fort Wayne, IN. This
pivotal role leverages expert NPD practice to foster the professional growth,
competence, and confidence of ambulatory nursing staff. Working closely with
unit leaders and key stakeholders, you will drive initiatives that enhance
patient care quality and support IU Health’s commitment to excellence, teamwork,
and continuous learning—embodying the IU Health Way.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; MSN in Education or related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of ambulatory clinical experience required
• Previous experience in education or staff development is a plus
• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Additional certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS) may be required based on unit or specialty needs
• Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and teaching strategies
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed to support educational initiatives across facilities

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and orientation programs for new ambulatory nursing staff, ensuring seamless integration into the practice environment.
• Manage competency assessments, development, and ongoing education to maintain high standards of clinical practice.
• Design and implement role development initiatives aligned with organizational goals and professional standards.
• Foster collaborative partnerships across units and departments to support shared learning and continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of inquiry and evidence-based practice, encouraging staff to engage in quality improvement projects and research activities.
• Serve as a resource for clinical education, providing guidance and mentorship to enhance professional role development.

Benefits

• Join a dedicated team committed to advancing clinical excellence through innovative education.
• Enjoy a flexible schedule, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to influence patient care and provider competency across a vibrant healthcare community.
• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees