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Registered Nurse Professional Development Specialist OB
Registered Nurse Professional Development Specialist OBIntermountain Health • Morgan Hill, CA, USA
Registered Nurse Professional Development Specialist OB

Registered Nurse Professional Development Specialist OB

Intermountain Health • Morgan Hill, CA, USA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description : Job Summary :

As a Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist, you will collaborate with nursing leadership to enhance clinical excellence by integrating evidence-based nursing practices within a designated specialty or service area. Your role will focus on designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that support clinical staff development, improve patient care outcomes, and promote continuous learning. You will also serve as a clinical resource, mentor, and change agent, leading initiatives to advance staff competencies and clinical practices. Your leadership will foster a culture of innovation, research, and high-quality care across the department.

About Us :

Our organization is committed to providing exceptional care through a collaborative, supportive, and dynamic work environment. We prioritize clinical excellence, patient safety, and professional development for all our staff. By integrating research and evidence-based practices into our care models, we continuously improve patient outcomes and ensure that our team is empowered to deliver the highest quality of nursing care.

Key Responsibilities :

As an NPD Specialist, you will :

Support Staff Development & Competency :

  • Lead the design and implementation of staff development and competency programs within your specialty.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning by assessing staff needs and ensuring development opportunities to enhance clinical skills.

Enhance Clinical Practices :

  • Lead the integration of evidence-based practices into daily care and monitor the application of these practices in clinical settings.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical policies, procedures, and standards of care based on research findings.
  • Collaborate with Interdisciplinary Teams :

  • Work with nursing leadership and other departments to align staff development and clinical practice goals with organizational objectives.
  • Promote collaboration across departments to integrate feedback and support quality improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor & Educate :

  • Serve as a resource and mentor to clinical staff, especially new hires and preceptors during the orientation process.
  • Provide ongoing education and resources to ensure clinical competencies are maintained and improved.
  • Participate in Research & Quality Improvement :

  • Apply evidence from research to improve patient care practices and contribute to the organization’s quality improvement initiatives.
  • Lead and participate in large-scale process and quality improvement projects, including monitoring outcomes and implementing improvements.
  • Maintain Professional Standards :

  • Ensure compliance with clinical nursing standards, educational guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain personal licensure and professional certifications, while supporting staff with their professional growth.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
  • Master’s degree in nursing or related field.
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
  • Current BLS certification (ACLS, PALS, or other certifications may be required based on unit needs).
  • At least 5 years of nursing experience.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience in staff education, clinical mentorship, and preceptorship.
  • Certification in Nursing Professional Development (NPD) or specialty area.
  • Previous experience leading quality improvement or clinical research initiatives.
  • Why Join Us?   At Good Samaritan Hospital, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of nursing practice through evidence-based initiatives and contribute to a team that values continuous learning and high-quality patient care. We offer a collaborative environment where you can thrive professionally while positively impacting patient outcomes.

    Position Details :

  • Scheduled Weekly Hours : 24 hours per week
  • Shift : Varied shifts based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, or on-call
  • Location : Good Samaritan Hospital, Lafayette, Colorado
  • The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

    $48.39 - $70.16

    Physical Requirements :

    Location :

    Good Samaritan Hospital

    Work City : Lafayette

    Work State : Colorado

    Scheduled Weekly Hours :

    24

    The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

    $48.39 - $70.16

    We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

    Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers ; and our commitment to   diversity, equity, and inclusion .

    Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

    All positions subject to close without notice.

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