Professional Development Manager, MGB CI at BWH

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

35d • Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute (MGBCI) at Brigham and Women’s Hospital /BWH Full Time/ 40 Hours HIGHLIGHTS OF PDM FOR Ambulatory Oncology: - This position is a nursing leadership position considered as a director level role. - Lead education/professional development needs for the oncology nursing and PCA / MA staff. - Top focus is the onboarding of new staff and delivery of a robust orientation and mentorship program. Job Summary Summary: The Professional Development Manager (PDM), in collaboration with the Associate Chief Nursing Office (ACNO) for the Center for Nursing Excellence and the Associate Chief Nursing Officer/Senior Nursing Director of the division to which the PDM is assigned, and in partnering with the Nurse Directors of the assigned division, is accountable for designing, coordinating, and implementing programs for staff development, education, research, quality, and defining and implementing evidence-based practice. PDM will promote an environment that facilitates professional growth and role competence, with a concentrated focus on specialty proficiency and regulatory compliance. While this position supports an MGBCI cost center operationally, the Professional Development Manager functions within the Brigham and Women’s Hospital Department of Nursing professional governance structure, and all nursing staff maintain reporting alignment through BWH nursing leadership. In collaboration with the Nurse Director, the PDM is accountable for hiring and evaluating staff performance and will actively participate in the budgetary process. The PDM will ensure that current evidence-based practice is consistent across the division. The well-qualified candidate will promote a just culture and a culture of safety. Their goals will be patient- and family-centered. PDM will serve as a highly visible leader and role model in the development/obtainment of hospital unit and division mission and goals. PDM will embrace the concept of change and lead staff through the change process as evidenced by adoption of new behaviors or processes and improved outcome measures.

Requirements

• Current Massachusetts licensure as a registered nurse required.
• Degree requirements: MSN (or) MS with a major in Nursing (or) DNP (or) PhD with a major in Nursing (or) a BSN with a Master's degree in a related field, required.
• Minimum three or more years of oncology clinical experience required as a clinical nurse with demonstrated evidence of leadership progression.
• Minimum five or more years of clinical experience required as a clinical nurse with demonstrated evidence of leadership progression.
• Current certification required. Certification must be maintained while employed in this position.
• Demonstrated evidence of competent nursing practice in clinical area or specialty.
• Strong understanding of healthcare and nursing industry regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate various audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Analytical skills to evaluate training program effectiveness and measure staff development progress.
• A passion for continuous learning and a commitment to staying abreast of industry trends and advancements.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with learning management systems and e-learning platforms is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and update a wide range of training programs tailored to meet the specific needs of different hospital staff members, including nursing, clinical, and non-clinical employees.
• Conduct regular assessments to identify skill gaps and learning needs among nursing and other hospital staff and use the results to inform training initiatives.
• Create and implement comprehensive training curricula aligning with the hospital's strategic goals and objectives, ensuring staff members receive continuous development opportunities.
• Organize and conduct engaging and interactive training sessions, workshops, seminars, and other learning activities to address topics such as patient care, safety protocols, leadership development, technology, and compliance.
• Oversee the onboarding process for new employees, coordinating with department heads to provide a smooth integration into the hospital culture and role-specific training.
• Maintain accurate records of employee training and development activities, monitoring progress and performance improvements resulting from professional development initiatives.
• Collaborate with external training providers, institutions, and organizations to access additional resources and expertise, enabling the hospital to offer a broad range of learning opportunities.
• Explore and implement innovative training technologies, e-learning platforms, and tools to enhance the delivery and effectiveness of training programs.

What This Job Offers

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