Registered Nurse Senior Director Professional Development

Ascension

12d • Remote

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Master's degree required.
• 5 years of experience required.
• 2 years of leadership or management experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in Nursing (PhD, DNP, EdD, or equivalent) preferred.
• National certification in nursing professional development or education preferred.
• Experience in system-level or multi-site health care organizations preferred.
• Active engagement with national nursing education and professional development organizations (ANPD, NLN, AACN, AONL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide nursing development programs that align clinical excellence with the organization’s long-term strategic goals.
• Design robust competency management systems and transition-to-practice programs to ensure every clinician is prepared to provide safe, high-quality patient care.
• Partner with executive nursing and HR leadership to identify future workforce needs, creating proactive education pathways that close competency gaps before they impact care.
• Integrate evidence-based research and clinical standards into daily practice, empowering nursing teams to improve patient outcomes.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of nurse leaders and clinical educators, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth and certification.
• Evaluate program success using data analytics to refine educational strategies, ensuring our training investments result in measurable improvements for both staff and patients.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

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