Spine, General Surgery -Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital-Lakeland, FL

Orlando Health•Lakeland, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Health System of Care is expanding its reach and is seeking a Professional Development Practitioner/Educator to join the opening team of Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital in Lakeland, Florida. This new, state-of-the-art hospital, opening in summer 2026, will be a significant healthcare hub serving Polk County and beyond, offering a wide range of services including inpatient beds, emergency care, operating rooms, cardiac interventional suites, and comprehensive specialty services in cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology. This role will specifically support the 3rd-floor Surgical Units, focusing on general surgery, Neuro/Ortho, and GI patients. The position involves functioning as a learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, and advocate for practice transitions, with a focus on enhancing professional practice, supporting career growth, and ensuring clinical competence of staff.

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.
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

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.
Certification is preferred.
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, meeting with orientees, preceptors, and leadership, and utilizing an Education Action Plan.
Actively participates in quality and safety initiatives.
Implements educational programs to enhance the competence and skills of nursing staff, using innovative teaching methodologies and technologies.
Develops evidence-based and culturally competent educational curricula in accordance with ANPD standards.
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.
Evaluates competency verification methods, analyzes data, and reports findings.
Collaborates on initiatives that influence department-specific and/or organizational outcomes.
Collaborates with Clinical Learning to enhance clinical skills and professional development.
Promotes and encourages team member participation in professional, 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.
Navigates and adapts to the dynamic nature of interdisciplinary projects.
Collaborates with healthcare professionals and educators from various disciplines to promote interdisciplinary learning.
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.
Maintains accurate and comprehensive records of educational programs, assessments, and evaluations.
Generates reports to demonstrate the impact of educational interventions.
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 regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Undertakes additional responsibilities as directed by educational leadership.