Nursing Professional Development Practitioner -- Sterile Processing

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Day (United States of America) Location Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Job Description Nursing Professional Development Practitioner -- Sterile Processing Full time days, salary 4 10's or 5 8's Must be willing to travel to Northbrook and Westchester surg centers as needed 4-6 month orientation The Nursing Professional Development Practitioner is a registered nurse who influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. The NPD practitioner supports lifelong learners in an inter-professional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing required .
• Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois.
• ANCC recognized certification in specialty area of clinical practice.
• Minimum three years of clinical experience in specialty area, preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required from the American Heart Association.
• CPR instructor, within 6 months of hire.
• Resuscitation requirements as appropriate to specialty area, within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred in adult education.
• Strong preference given to candidates with surgical and/or education background

Responsibilities

• Develops knowledge and competency in pediatric nursing and professional development practices.
• Evaluates personal practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, and relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Implements strategies for seamless transitions to practice and between practice settings.
• Assesses clinical skills of staff and provides learning opportunities to advance clinical competencies and decision making skills of staff and documents competencies.
• Uses the best available evidence to guide practice decisions.
• Facilitates professional role development.
• Actively works to assist in transformation processes at the unit/area level, utilizing project management and improvement processes.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Benefits

• For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Various voluntary benefits: Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees