Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Med Surg

Yale New Haven Health • Bridgeport, CT

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About The Position

The Nursing Professional Development Specialist (NPDS) at Yale New Haven Health System is a specialized nursing professional who facilitates the professional role development and growth of nurses and other healthcare personnel along the continuum from novice to expert. The role is built upon the Nursing Professional Development Scope and Standards of Practice framework.

The NPDS supports an assigned area and may support other areas across the health system as requested. Travel to YNHHS entities is required as needed to facilitate nurses’ professional development activities.

Requirements

• A master's degree or higher is required, with at least one degree in nursing (either a BS or MS in nursing).
• Candidates must be enrolled in a master's program, and the degree must be completed by 6/1/2027.
• Three to five years of active nursing experience.
• Licensure as a registered nurse in Connecticut or Rhode Island.
• Obtain nursing board certification within two years of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant teaching experience preferred.
• Nursing staff development and/or experience in a specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess learning needs based on regulatory requirements, evidence-based practice, and staff-identified needs.
• Support the development of nursing leadership skills in self and clinical nursing staff according to ANA Standards of Practice to promote professional nursing practice and quality patient care.
• Represent nursing in the development of interprofessional learning activities.
• Develop, educate, and implement quality improvement initiatives and outcomes across the organization.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate competency-based orientation.
• Develop initial and ongoing competencies in collaboration with nursing education teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level