Professional Development Practitioner Full-Time Days

Baptist Health • Alabaster, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Professional Development Practitioner supports professional development and clinical education for nursing staff at Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, a 252-bed acute care facility in Alabaster, Alabama. The role assesses learning needs, plans and delivers education, coordinates orientation, and evaluates staff competency and the impact of educational interventions. It applies evidence-based, culturally competent curricula and the Association of Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) standards and practice model. The practitioner works with department leadership, Clinical Learning, student services, and interdisciplinary colleagues to support clinical skills, quality and safety, regulatory compliance, and organizational outcomes. The role maintains a visible presence supporting staff on day, night, and weekend shifts and serves as a resource for the comprehensive health records system.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited, approved school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a closely related bachelor’s degree relevant to the role.
• Three years of related clinical experience.
• Current registered nurse licensure in the State of Alabama.
• Obtain national specialty certification in the area of practice within two years of hire, except where no certification is available.
• Hold basic life support, advanced life support, pediatric advanced life support, and neonatal resuscitation program certifications as required by the department or unit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing needs assessments and formulate educational plans based on collected data.
• Develop and coordinate orientation for assigned areas; meet with orientees, preceptors, and leaders, and use an Education Action Plan as needed.
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives.
• Implement educational programs that enhance nursing staff competence and skills using engaging teaching methods and technologies.
• Develop evidence-based, culturally competent educational curricula in accordance with ANPD standards for team members at varying expertise levels and specialties.
• Use the ANPD Practice Model to create and evaluate department-specific education.
• Assess and verify team member proficiency through observation at the point of care.
• Collaborate with department leadership to review orientee progress and provide skills feedback.
• Evaluate competency verification methods, analyze data, and report findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate on initiatives affecting department-specific or organizational outcomes with approval from the site education manager or education designee.
• Work with Clinical Learning to develop team members’ clinical skills and professional development.
• Encourage participation in professional, departmental, and organizational initiatives.
• Provide education to maintain knowledge of and compliance with organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Use evidence-based clinical practice consistent with research and organizational and national practice standards.
• Pursue and integrate new knowledge and skills, adapt strategies in interdisciplinary projects, and respond proactively and flexibly to change.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and educators across disciplines to promote interdisciplinary learning.
• Assist with corporate-led courses as requested by Clinical Learning.
• Serve as a preceptor for Learning Specialists.
• Maintain visibility in the department and support team members working day, night, and weekend shifts.
• Serve as a resource for the comprehensive health records (CHR) system.
• Maintain educational program, assessment, and evaluation records in compliance with ANPD documentation standards and regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Generate reports on the impact of educational interventions to support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with student services to assist with student placement.
• Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies and applicable laws and standards.
• Comply with Baptist Health policies and procedures and demonstrate knowledge of legal issues, patient rights, and regulatory and accrediting standards.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as directed by educational leadership.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid time off, up to five weeks to start.
• Life insurance.
• Extended Leave Plan (ELP).
• Family care for child care, elder care, and pet care.
• Paid parental leave.
• Pet insurance.
• Car insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and monthly payments to help pay down graduate school debt.
• Benefits start on day one.

What This Job Offers

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