RN Professional Development Specialist - Education Svcs

Kettering Health Network • Hamilton, OH

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About The Position

The RN Professional Development Specialist advances nursing practice by designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that foster clinical competence and professional growth among nursing staff. The role collaborates with nursing leadership to assess learning needs, promote evidence-based practice, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The specialist performs other duties as assigned and carries out all responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health’s mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• A nursing-related master’s degree is required within four years of hire.
• At least three years of clinical nursing experience.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Certification in Nursing Professional Development or a specialty area within two years of hire if not held at the start.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess learning needs and evaluate educational outcomes.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems, such as Epic, and standard office software.
• Critical thinking, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Nursing competencies based on ACHC standards or department-specific needs and specialties.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nursing or a related field.
• Experience in nursing education, preceptorship, or staff professional development programs.
• Acute care RN preceptor experience.
• Learning Management System experience.
• Certification in Nursing Professional Development, such as ANCC NPD-BC, preferred at hire.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs for nursing staff.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to assess learning needs.
• Promote evidence-based practice.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Carry out responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health’s mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

What This Job Offers

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