Professional Development Specialist RN - Part Time - Nights

About the Role

The Professional Development Specialist (PDS) is an experienced registered nurse who serves as an educator, change agent, researcher, and mentor within their clinical specialty.

Responsibilities

• Assess practice gaps and learning needs
• Develop and implement educational plans
• Facilitate positive learning environments
• Evaluate educational outcomes
• Promote evidence-based practice and quality improvement
• Lead onboarding and ongoing staff education
• Coordinate training activities
• Ensure compliance with professional standards and regulations

Requirements

• BSN or higher degree
• Minimum of five years of clinical experience or three years of clinical experience plus two years of formal education experience
• Current RN licensure with relevant certifications (e.g., BLS, ACLS, NRP)

Skills

• Strong communication and teaching skills
• Leadership and collaboration
• Mentorship
• Commitment to professional growth

Additional Expectations

Actively participate in councils and community activities to advance nursing practice.