Professional Development and Education Manager

Singing River Health System • Pascagoula, MS

3d

About The Position

The Professional Development and Education Manager (PDEM) directs day-to-day activities of the Singing River Health System’s development and operations of all levels of educational functions. He/She directs and evaluates provided academic courses, certification classes, licensure classes, annual training to ensure compliance with accrediting and governing guidance and publications for health care employees. The PDEM works with the Professional Development General and Nurse Educators to enhance the performance and professional development of healthcare providers and their continuing competencies. He/She facilitates developing and coordinating educational programs and materials specific for nursing and patient care service areas. The PDEM provides guidance for the development of clinical excellence for Singing River Health System through participation in orientation, training, on-going staff development and evaluation of clinical practice for all levels of personnel served. Additionally, the PDEM works in conjunction with community healthcare programs to include high school programs and college/university level student clinical placements. The PDEM coordinates community programs such as HeartSaver, Safe Sitter, and other instructor led classes at SRHS facilities and with community partner sites. The PDEM participates in the development of formal and informal education programs and activities in an effort to improve quality standards and outcomes as well as staff performance expectations. He/She serves as a resource and educator on new policies, procedures, equipment, and healthcare information. The PDEM keeps abreast of current research in nursing practice and care delivery and facilitates the implementation of Evidence Based Practice initiatives. The PDEM may need to adjust working hours and availability as needed or as assigned (evenings/nights/weekends) to meet the educational needs of SRHS staff or through community outreach. The PDEM performs utilizing the ANA Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development, the MS Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, State and Accreditation standards, National Evidence Based Standards, the CDC Guidelines for Infection Control and the SRHS Department of Nursing Plan for the Provision of Care, Treatment and Services. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate from NLN School of Nursing required.
• Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Mississippi.
• Must complete BCLS certification by the end of position orientation; must maintain current BCLS certification.
• BCLS instructor certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• ACLS and PALS certification and instructor certification must be achieved within one (1) year of hire.
• Five (5) years’ clinical nursing experience appropriate for area of specialty required.
• Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities.
• Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
• Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required.
• Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations
• Work requires the ability to function independently, adapt to workload demands, set priorities, understand and set goals.
• Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.).
• Proficient knowledge and skill in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Job requires traveling throughout the SRHS service area to provide education at the division level on various units and in formal classroom settings - with the employee providing his/her own transportation.
• Must have a valid driver license.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Obtain and maintain certification from national organizations specific to the nursing division in which he/she provides service preferred.
• Previous teaching experience or evidence of teaching ability preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees