Nursing Professional Development Specialist

Carle Health

. Assist the Clinical Education team with orientation and onboarding .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeChampaign • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $37 - $64 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical education, including the development and implementation of education plans, training staff on learning systems, and conducting needs assessments to enhance patient care outcomes. Strong ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

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Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC)Basic Life Support (BLS)Education Program DevelopmentNeeds Assessment

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Hard Skills

Clinical EducationCompetency ManagementData AnalysisEducation Session DesignCare DocumentationTraining FacilitationLearning System ImplementationIn-Service Program PlanningMentoringRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationConstructive FeedbackRelationship BuildingMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC)Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Clinical EducationPatient Care OutcomesHealthcare StandardsOnboardingCompetency Completion

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Clinical Education team with orientation and onboarding
Manage competencies and coordinate education initiatives and activities
Collect and analyze educational needs, issues, trends, and supporting data
Identify desired outcomes and establish plans, strategies, alternatives, and resources
Implement education plans and promote positive learning and practice environments
Provide consultation to influence plans and evaluate progress toward outcomes
Plan or present in-service programs
Develop, implement, and annually update the Learning System
Train new staff on the Learning System
Develop reports for Managers/Directors on staff participation and completion of required tests
Mentor and guide unit, department, and system educators
Communicate with colleagues and provide constructive feedback
Establish positive work relationships with physicians, department heads, and administrative staff
Demonstrate best practices and ensure complete, accurate care documentation
Communicate changes in patients’ conditions to providers
Perform needs assessments and identify practice gaps
Design and deliver education sessions and evaluate learner response and patient-care outcomes
Facilitate training on new products, policies, and practices
Support onboarding for new clinical hires
Round on staff to support transitions to practice, competency completion, and retention
Facilitate planning, development, and education of clinic staff for environment-of-care standards
Collaborate with nurse managers and staff to assess learning needs and competencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Nursing Professional Development Certification (NPD-BC) within 2 years - American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Fulfill all requirements of departmental competencies
Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards related to education

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers
Equal Opportunity Employer
Potential for growth and life-long careers