Specialist II, Education

We are recruiting for a motivated Specialist II Education to join our team!

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Department

Nursing Education

Job Summary

The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner advances the professional growth of nurses and interdisciplinary team members through the design implementation and evaluation of evidence-based educational programs. Grounded in the ANPD standards of practice this role supports orientation competency management continuing education role transition and professional role development. The NPD Practitioner collaborates across systems to foster lifelong learning promote regulatory compliance and drive improved patient care outcomes through quality and practice excellence initiatives.

Essential Functions:

• Supports Orientation and Onboarding: - Partners in orientation and onboarding programs. - Ensures content aligns with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. - Facilitates access to resources. (20%)
• Guidance-Based Competency Management:- Develops and manages initial and ongoing competency assessments. - Ensures compliance with quality safety and regulatory standards. - Provides training for new technologies and procedures. (15%)
• Education and Continuing Profession Development:- Conducts learning needs assessments and practice gap analyses. - Designs implements and evaluates educational programs using evidence-based practices. - Coordinates accredited continuing education offerings. - Leverages technology for innovative educational delivery. (20%)
• Role Development:- Develops programs for role transitions preceptor training and leadership development. - Supports succession planning and career coaching. - Advises on academic progression and clinical advancement pathways. (10%)
• Collaborative Partnerships:- Collaborates with interprofessional teams to support patient care and staff development. - Participates in councils committees and academic partnerships. - Supports excellence initiatives. (10%)
• Inquiry & Quality Improvement: Participates in and supports evidence-based practice and quality improvement projects. - Collects and analyzes data to inform process improvement and educational strategies. (10%)
• Professional Competency & Ethics:- Maintains clinical and educational competencies. - Participates in peer reviews and professional development activities. - Upholds ethical standards and fosters a culture of respect and integrity. (10%)
• Strategic Planning:- Contributes to the development of annual education strategic plans. - Identifies and addresses emerging educational needs. (5%)

Education:

• Masters Degree Required

Work Experience:

• 4-6 years clinical nursing experience Required
• Experience in professional development education or leadership

Licenses:

• RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
• PROFRNBC-Nursing Professional Development Certification - ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• - Strong clinical knowledge and adult learning expertise.
  
  - Ability to design implement and evaluate educational programs.
  
  - Excellent communication collaboration and leadership skills.
  
  - Familiarity with regulatory standards and quality improvement practices.
  
  - Excellent skills in working with Microsoft products and applications.
  
  - Knowledge and understanding of the operation of learning management systems.

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$87000.00 - $134900.00 / yr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5% and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands travel and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center a 555-bed acute care medical center Denvers 911 emergency medical response system 10 family health centers 19 school-based health centers Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety a Public Health Institute an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorados primary and essential safety-net institution Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable serving as a pillar for community needs and caring for more than 185000 individuals and 67000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.