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Emory Healthcare/Emory University Nursing Professional Development Practitioner / RN in Atlanta, Georgia
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Description
Job Summary:
The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner is a registered nurse who supports professional role competence and growth of nurses and other healthcare personnel. This individual applies the Association of Nursing Professional Development's (ANPD) Practice Model, integrating adult learning principles, evidence-based practice, and system-level thinking to support onboarding, competency management, education, role development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
Orientation and Onboarding:
Supports orientation and onboarding of nursing staff, new graduates, and other clinical personnel
Assists with coordination and delivery of unit- or service-line specific onboarding programs
Serves as a resource to preceptors and mentors
Competency Management:
Contributes to competency validation and tracking for nursing staff
Participates in the identification of learning needs and performance gaps
Supports development and implementation of competency assessment tools
Education and Training:
Delivers continuing education and just-in-time training using evidence-based methods
Develops, implements, and evaluates education programs to meet staff learning needs
Uses multiple delivery platforms including in-person, e-learning, and simulation
Maintains staff education records
Role Development:
Supports career progression and role development through coaching and resources
Encourages professional development and specialty certification
Collaborative Partnerships:
Supports career progression and role development through coaching and resources
Acts as liaison between clinical staff, leadership, and NPD Specialist
Provides input into the development of the departmental budget
Quality Improvement and Evidence-Based Practice:
Supports career progression and role development through coaching and resources
Promotes evidence-based practice through staff education
Participates in data collection, analysis, and reporting related to educational outcomes
Additional Duties as Assigned.
Travel: Less than 10% of the time may be required between clinical sites may be required
Work Type: On-site employee - Works in the office or at a physical workplace, interacting with colleagues face-to-face
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Education - Bachelor's of Since in Nursing (BSN)
Experience - 2 years of clinical nursing experience
Licensure - Valid, active unencumbered nursing license approved by the Georgia Licensing Board
Certification - BLS
Knowledge, skills, and abilities (required):
Knowledge of ANPD Scope and Standards of Practice
Strong communication, teaching, and facilitation skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Proficient in Microsoft Office, LMS platforms, and simulation tools
Preferred Qualifications
Education - Master's Degree in Nursing
Experience - Prior experience in education, leadership, precepting or mentorship
Certification - ACLS and/or PALS if applicable or other specialty certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
Additional Details
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Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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Division Emory Univ Hospital
Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30322
Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta
Department EUH Nursing Quality and Edu
Job Type Regular Full-Time
Job Number 161663
Job Category Nursing
Schedule 8a-5p
Standard Hours 40 Hours
Hourly Minimum USD $56.28/Hr.
Hourly Midpoint USD $65.25/Hr.
Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.