Director, Nursing Professional Development and Education

About the role

This is a full-time position, scheduled Monday through Friday with core business hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The role is hybrid, with a regular need to work onsite in Madison, WI to support organizational priorities. Off hours availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advance a system wide nursing professional development model encompassing inpatient and ambulatory practice.
• Support role development pathways for nurses and nursing support roles (RN, CNA, MA certification and advancement).
• Foster an environment where nurses remain engaged, skilled, and supported—contributing to UW Health’s strong retention and low vacancy rates.
• Promote innovative, evidence-based, and “just in time” learning approaches.
• Serve as a senior liaison between clinical practice and academic institutions.
• Support regulatory readiness, professional practice, and Magnet alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required or Master's Degree in Nursing Required and Doctorate Degree in Nursing or related field Required
• 3 years Relevant experience in nursing leadership Required
• 3 years Demonstrated progressive leadership experience Required
• Current regulatory, accreditation, and Joint Commission experience Required
• Current experience as a Director in a progressive academic medical center with a minimum of five years of education and development experience Preferred

Skills

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of WI or holds a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact Required

Benefits

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 annually.

Schedule

The role is hybrid, with a regular need to work onsite in Madison, WI to support organizational priorities. Off hours availability may be required.