System Nursing Professional Development Specialist Vascular Access

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday–Friday

About the role

The Nursing Professional Development Specialist–System will develop and implement tools, theories, skills, and knowledge of nursing professional development to improve the evidence-based practice of clinical staff throughout MultiCare Health System. The incumbent will practice in the NPD Specialist role by assuming the following functions as needed to demonstrate competent practice as outlined by the Association of Nursing Professional Development: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for NPD specialty, and partner for practice transitions. This position operates independently under limited supervision by the Director and/or assigned manager.

Work situations emphasize:

• Assessment of Practice Gaps / Root Cause Analysis
• Identification of Learning Needs
• Outcomes Identification
• Planning, Implementation, Coordination, and Facilitation of Positive Learning and Practice Environments
• Consultation, Evaluation, Ethics, Education, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) and Research
• Quality of Nursing Professional Development Practice
• Change Management, Leadership, Collaboration
• Professional Practice Evaluation, Resource Utilization, Mentorship / Advancing the Profession
• Customer Relations, Standardization, Communication, Organization, Prioritization, Flexibility, and Creativity

Key focus areas include Onboarding/Orientation, Competency Management, Continuing Education, Role Development, Collaborative Partnerships, and Evidence-Based Practice, Research, and Quality. This position collaborates significantly with Program Managers within the Center for Clinical Education & Professional Practice Development, Clinical Operational Managers and Directors, and Unit-Based NPD Specialists/Generalists.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• PhD in Nursing, DNP, or ARNP preferred
• Registered Nurse license (RN) in Washington State or multi-state licensure endorsement (MSL)
• ANCC NPD specialty certification preferred; if not in possession at time of hire, must acquire within two (2) years of hire
• Minimum four (4) years of nursing experience
• Minimum three (3) years program management experience within an education role preferred
• Minimum three (3) years previous experience as unit educator, system educator, NPD Specialist/Generalist preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Code Lavender, and Employee Assistance Programs
• Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development
• Resource Groups and outreach programs to support belonging and inclusion

Pay

The pay scale for this position is $145,808.00 – $205,545.60 USD. Pay is influenced by factors such as skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will reflect the appropriate step on the pay scale aligned with the applicant’s years of experience.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community, partnering with patients, families, and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
• Living our values: respect, integrity, kindness, and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities, and each other
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle: work and live where natural beauty, adventure, and strong community connections are part of everyday life