Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Nursing Education

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Specialist to join their Nursing Education team. This role is crucial in advancing nursing excellence by developing, mentoring, and empowering nursing professionals through evidence-based education, leadership development, and innovative practice initiatives. The position is part of a collaborative environment where nurses lead advances in cancer care, research, and patient outcomes. The role contributes to the mission of ending cancer by driving excellence through education and leadership.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and Master's Degree in Healthcare or related field.
• 5 years of clinical nursing experience in oncology or assigned specialty practice area.
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN) upon hire.
• BLS - Basic Life Support upon hire or CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• For nursing education, two years of preceptor or instructor experience.
• OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification upon hire.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area upon hire.
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and evaluates evidence-based nursing professional development programs.
• Facilitates training and educational programs for nursing staff.
• Maintains required documentation and records.
• Serves as a consultant, mentor, and resource to nurses and interdisciplinary team members.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• paid time off
• retirement
• tuition benefits
• educational opportunities
• individual and team recognition

What This Job Offers

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