Professional Development Practitioner/Educator - Neonatal ICU - Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital

Orlando Health•Lakeland, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Health is expanding its healthcare system with the opening of Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital in Summer 2026. This state-of-the-art, seven-story, multi-specialty hospital will be a significant healthcare hub in Polk County, offering a wide range of services including inpatient beds, emergency and observation beds, operating rooms, cardiac interventional suites, dedicated labor and delivery services, and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). This position is part of the opening team for this new facility, offering a unique opportunity to be involved from the beginning and shape the future of healthcare in the region.

Requirements

Graduate from an approved school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida required.
National specialty certification in area of practice must be obtained within two (2) years of hire, except in cases where there is no certification available.
Basic life support, advanced life support, pediatric advanced life support, neonatal resuscitation program certification as required by department or unit.
Three (3) years of related clinical experience required.

Nice To Haves

Educator or Academic experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts ongoing needs assessments and formulates educational plans based on the data collected.
Develops and coordinates the orientation process for assigned areas.
Actively participates in quality and safety initiatives.
Implements educational programs to enhance the competence and skills of nursing staff, utilizing innovative teaching methodologies and technologies to engage learners effectively.
Develops evidence-based and culturally competent educational curricula in accordance with the Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) standards, addressing the learning needs of team members across various levels of expertise and specialties.
Uses the ANPD Practice Model to create and evaluate department specific education.
Conducts ongoing assessment and verification of team member proficiency by observing practice at the point of care.
Collaborates with department leadership to review orientee progress and provide feedback on skills.
Evaluates competency verification methods; analyzes data and reports findings to key stakeholders.
Collaborates on initiatives that influence department specific and/or organizational outcomes with site education manager or education designee approval.
Collaborates with Clinical Learning to enhance clinical skills and professional development of team members.
Promotes and encourages team member participation in professional (i.e., AORN, AWHONN, etc.), departmental, and organizational initiatives.
Provides education to maintain ongoing knowledge and compliance of organizational, regulatory policies and procedures.
Utilizes evidence-based, quality clinical practice consistent with research, organizational and national practice standards.
Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning by seeking out and integrating new knowledge and skills from diverse fields.
Navigates and adapts to the dynamic nature of interdisciplinary projects, adjusting strategies and approaches as needed.
Collaborates with healthcare professionals and educators from various disciplines to promote interdisciplinary learning and enhance the integration of knowledge within the broader healthcare context.
Embraces change and uncertainty with a proactive and flexible mindset.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Collaborates with Clinical Learning to assist with corporate-led courses as requested.
Serves as a preceptor for the Learning Specialists.
Maintains visibility in the department, supporting day, night, and weekend shift team members.
Functions as a resource for the comprehensive health records (CHR) system.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of educational programs, assessments, and evaluations, ensuring compliance with ANPD documentation standards, as well as other regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Generate reports to demonstrate the impact of educational interventions on practice and support continuous improvement efforts.
Collaborates with student services to assist with student placement.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal state, and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Undertakes additional responsibilities as directed by educational leadership.