Description
Full time days, salary4 10's or 5 8'sMust be willing to travel to Northbrook and Westchester surg centers as needed4-6 month orientationThe Nursing Professional Development Practitioner is a registered nurse who influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. The NPD practitioner supports lifelong learners in an inter-professional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare team.
Min Quals:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing required.
Master’s degree preferred in adult education.
Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois.
ANCC recognized certification in specialty area of clinical practice.
Minimum three years of clinical experience in specialty area, preferred.
Strong preference given to candidates with surgical and/or education background
Basic Life Support certification required from the American Heart Association.
CPR instructor, within 6 months of hire.
Resuscitation requirements as appropriate to specialty area, within 6 months of hire.
Job Duties:Develops knowledge and competency in pediatric nursing and professional development practices.
Evaluates personal practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, and relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
Implements strategies for seamless transitions to practice and between practice settings.
Assesses clinical skills of staff and provides learning opportunities to advance clinical competencies and decision making skills of staff and documents competencies.
Uses the best available evidence to guide practice decisions.
Facilitates professional role development.
Actively works to assist in transformation processes at the unit/area level, utilizing project management and improvement processes.
Other job functions as assigned.
EducationBachelor's Degree: Nursing (Required)(BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Pay Range$83,200.00-$137,280.00 SalaryAt Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit StatementFor full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:Medical, dental and vision insuranceEmployer paid group term life and disabilityEmployer contribution toward Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave403(b) with a 5% employer matchVarious voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
There’s a Place for You with UsAt Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Support email: