Manager, Professional Development Critical Care and inpatient Nursing

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and continuously update training programs tailored to the needs of both clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Assess workforce learning needs and identify skill gaps through regular evaluations and feedback mechanisms.
• Create and implement comprehensive training curricula that support organizational goals and foster continuous professional growth.
• Develop learning pathways that enhance employee knowledge, performance, and career development.
• Plan and facilitate engaging training sessions, workshops, seminars, and educational activities.
• Deliver instruction on topics including patient care practices, safety protocols, compliance requirements, leadership development, technology adoption, and organizational initiatives.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods to maximize learner engagement and knowledge retention.
• Lead and coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
• Promote a positive onboarding experience that supports long-term employee success.
• Maintain accurate records of employee training, development activities, certifications, and educational progress.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Track employee development outcomes and performance enhancements resulting from learning programs.
• Collaborate with external training providers, educational institutions, and professional organizations to expand development opportunities and resources.
• Research, evaluate, and implement innovative learning technologies, e-learning platforms, and educational tools.
• Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure training programs remain relevant and effective.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Administration required or Bachelor's Degree in Related Field of Study required.
• Master's Degree in Related Field of Study preferred.
• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse License required.
• 5-7 years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing training programs in a healthcare or hospital setting required.
• 2-3 years experience in Critical Care and intermediate car inpatient experiences required.
• Management Experience 2-3 years preferred.

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical role in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional excellence. Through strategic training and development initiatives, the Professional Development & Training Manager helps ensure employees have the skills, knowledge, and support needed to provide exceptional service and contribute to the organization's mission and success.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of healthcare industry regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate various audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Familiarity with learning management systems and e-learning platforms is desirable.
• Analytical skills to evaluate training program effectiveness and measure staff development progress.
• A passion for continuous learning and a commitment to staying abreast of industry trends and advancing technology.