Director, Clinical Education & Development

LifeNet Health • Richmond, VA

94d • $132,690 - $176,921

About The Position

The Director of Clinical Education & Development is responsible for the OPO’s training strategy and oversees the design, development, and implementation of all aspects of the OPO’s educational programs ensuring high-quality clinical training and professional development for the staff. Collaborates with OPO leadership, educators, and clinical teams to align educational initiatives with the organization’s strategic goals and to foster a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence. Responsibilities include curriculum development, staff competency assessment, mentorship, and quality improvement initiatives. Evaluates the clinical effectiveness, deficiencies, and concerns to OPO leadership and ensures solutions are developed to close performance gaps. Works to ensure that all educational content and clinical practice align with evidence-based standards, internal policies, and the strict regulations of federal agencies like the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree – Nursing
• Active Registered Nursing License
• Valid State Driver’s License
• TEN (10) years leadership experience managing direct reports
• FIVE (5) years training experience within the business, healthcare, or transplant industry to include developing curricula course materials for adult learners.
• FOUR (4) years nursing experience in a clinical setting

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree – Nursing, Education, or related field
• Certified in Adult Learning Principles
• FIFTEEN (15) years leadership experience managing direct reports
• SEVEN (7) years training experience in a healthcare/medical setting
• FOUR (4) years nursing experience in either critical care, medical/surgical trauma, thoracic, cardiovascular, pediatric, or ER

Responsibilities

• Creates strategies and tactics that focus on aligning educational initiatives with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based practices.
• Conducts ongoing assessments of educational programming to ensure effectiveness.
• Uses internal and external benchmarks to evaluate performance and identify opportunities for improving donation outcomes.
• Designs and delivers comprehensive education and training programs for OPO staff, including new-hire onboarding, ongoing education, and competency assessments.
• Provides ongoing education and professional development opportunities to staff to enhance clinical and relational skills, knowledge, and competence.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs through feedback, competency assessments, and measurable outcomes.
• Provides oversight to assigned teams by supervising, guiding, and directing employees to be effective team members.
• Allocates resources for clinical education and development, monitors budget performance, drives accountability, and fosters a culture of financial responsibility within their team.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Profit Sharing Plan
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Leave - 6 weeks
• Corporate Sponsored Events
• Generous Paid Time Off - 18 vacation days, 9 sick days, 9 holidays
• Flexible Work Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career & Leadership Development
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees