Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator Emergency Department

Job Overview

At Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, the Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator will focus on the Emergency Department. This role participates in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of education and training for hospital associates, and is part of RWJBarnabas Health’s community that encourages growth, innovation, and purposeful leadership.

Responsibilities

• Cover the Emergency Department.
• Provide orientation, in‑service training, and continuing education for staff.
• Develop, implement, and validate initial and ongoing competencies.
• Demonstrate effective teaching skills using appropriate instructional methodologies.
• Apply principles of adult learning theory when conducting programs.
• Facilitate professional role development and practice role transitions.
• Educate and mentor nursing staff on quality improvement and evidence‑based practice.
• Maintain the simulation lab and equipment; provide simulation experiences and promote their use in educational programs.
• Analyze issues, trends, and supporting data to determine learning needs of individuals and departments.
• Represent Nursing Professional Development on hospital‑wide and system‑wide committees and councils, disseminating information as needed.
• Organize multiple assignments and/or projects simultaneously while remaining visible and accessible to clinical staff.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as delegated within NPD Scope and Standards of Practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Preferred: Specialty nursing certification and/or Nursing Professional Development – Board Certified (NPD‑BC).
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Education, Nursing (MSN), doctorate (DNP or PhD), or post‑master’s certificate in education.
• Preferred: At least 5 years of acute clinical services experience.
• Preferred: 2 years of professional development/education experience.
• Strong, compassionate communication skills; ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional growth, and collaborative team culture.

Pay

Salary range: $115,657.80 – $150,355.14 per year (anticipated annual range for New Jersey). Compensation will be determined based on education, skills, and professional experience.

Schedule

Full‑time, day shift, 37.5 hours per week. Quarterly off‑shift hours are expected; no holidays are required.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays, sick time)
• Retirement plans
• Medical and prescription drug insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan planning support
• Flexible spending accounts (health care and dependent care)
• Wellness programs
• Voluntary benefits (e.g., pet insurance)
• Community and volunteer opportunities
• Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more