5-1600 - Neurology Unit - Nurse Service Professional Development Specialist

University of Rochester • Rochester, NY

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About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. ScheduleFT position available, primarily days, 8 hours shifts, occasional evenings, some weekends & holidays as requiredResponsibilities Provide educational resource and leadership support for neuro unit. Must have a strong clinical base as well as an interest/background in quality assurance, care management, orientation, and continuing education. Main areas of focus will be orientation, inservices, competency development and documentation. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must. Requires a Master's degree, 3 years med.-surg. experience required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
• Master's Degree in related field in Nursing required
• Three to five years RN experience in acute care setting preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Recent clinical and educational expertise in specialty area required.
• Registered Nurse with current New York State license required.
• Nursing Professional Development Certification required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must.
• Requires a Master's degree, 3 years med.-surg. experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Nursing Education (MNE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes defined scope and standards of practice.
• Engages in environmental scanning to identify practice gaps and collaborates with others in improving practice and healthcare outcomes.
• Functions as a learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty, and partner for practice transitions.
• Supports learning, change, professional role competence and growth, which ultimately lead to optimal patient care, population health, and protection of the public.
• Provide educational resource and leadership support for neuro unit.
• Main areas of focus will be orientation, inservices, competency development and documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees