Unit Based Nursing Professional Development Specialist, Capital Medical Center ICU/PCU
About the role
The Nursing Professional Development Specialist – Unit Based will operate under the direction of their assigned manager. They will be responsible for operationalizing tools, theories, skills, and knowledge of nursing professional development to improve the evidence-based practice of nursing staff on the assigned unit/department(s).
Responsibilities
- Assessment of Practice Gaps/Root Cause Analysis
- Identification of Learning Needs
- Outcomes Identification
- Planning
- Implementation
- Cordination
- Facilitation of Positive Learning and Practice Environments
- Consultation
- Evaluation
- Ethics
- Education
- Evidence-based Practice (EBP)
- Research
- Quality of Nursing Professional Development Practice
- Change Management
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Professional Practice Evaluation
- Resource Utilization
- Mentorship/Advancing the Profession
- Customer Relations
- Standardization
- Communication
- Prioritization
- Flexibility and Creativity
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 acute care nursing practice
- Minimum three (3) years Program management experience within an education role
- Minimum three (3) years previous experience as unit educator, system educator, NPD Specialist/Generalist
About Capital Medical Center
Capital Medical Center is a 107-bed community hospital providing award-winning care to Olympia and surrounding communities. Recognized for excellence in patient safety, the hospital offers more than 20 specialties including emergency services, surgical care and a dedicated birth center — all delivered with compassion and integrity.
About The Olympia Community
As Washington’s capital, Olympia combines historic charm with natural beauty along southern Puget Sound. A stable workforce and well-supported schools complement a thriving downtown with eclectic shopping, dining and cultural experiences. Residents enjoy over 40 parks and trails, saltwater beaches and forested landscapes — perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Why MultiCare?
- Growth and education
- Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you
- Well-being and support
- Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life
Pay and Benefits
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $121,118.40 - $197,579.20 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.