Position: Nursing Professional Development Generalist
Department: Critical Care
Schedule: 24 hours, Off-Shift, Nights
POSITION SUMMARY:
The role of Nursing Professional Development Generalist (NPDG) supports the continuum of learning and professional development for maintenance of competence in role performance. This role consists of assessment of staff learning needs, evaluation for clinical knowledge, skills and attitudes, attainment of individual goals and objectives, planning and implementation of evidence-based activities designed in positive practice environments. The NPDG provides leadership and direction for staff on the units that is aimed at optimizing patient outcomes, decreasing harm, and attaining strategic goals. The NPDG facilitates shared governance practices and effectively utilizes the nursing process to provide support to nursing staff, focused on nurses new to their roles.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
- Assessment of Practice Gaps Competencies (APND Standard 1)
Validates identified needs with key stakeholders. - Identification of Learning Needs Competencies (APND Standard 2)
Collects data systematically and purposefully from a variety of sources (under the guidance of the Nursing Professional Development Specialist “NPDS”).
Direct observation, Standards and Guidelines, Regulatory agencies, Stakeholders.
Assesses knowledge, skill and practice gaps within unit and department. Prioritizes data collection activities based on immediate and anticipated needs in alignment with organizational strategic goals. Uses technologies to facilitate comprehensive assessment of current and future individual and organizational needs. Collects pertinent data using valid and reliable techniques and instruments. Uses evidence-based assessment techniques/instruments to define potential issues, problems, and needs. Conducts initial and ongoing assessments of competence. Documents needs assessment/data in retrievable format. Sustains ongoing process for data collection. - Outcomes Identification Competencies (APND Standard 3)
Defines expected outcomes using measurable terms. Documents expected outcomes that demonstrate learning and activity/program impact. - Planning Competencies (ANPD Standard 4)
Develops content in collaboration with target audience and content experts (NPDS). Respects diversity (cultural, ethnic, generational, and other) in planning to meet learner needs. Uses adult learning concepts and instructional design principles when planning an activity. Individualizes content to the target audience, resources available, and domains of learning. Collaborates with other professionals to enhance the comprehensiveness of the plan. Markets the plan using promotional materials that are accurate, comprehensive, and appeal to the target audience. - Implementation Competencies (ANPD Standard 5)
Implements the plan in a coordinated and timely manner. Demonstrates respect, equity, and empathy in actions and interactions with diverse learners. Uses current evidence-based content specific to the issue/trends to achieve defined outcomes. Collaborates with colleagues and stakeholders. Implements an educational plan using principles and concepts of quality. Engages participants in learning activities. Adjusts materials/teaching strategies appropriate to the situation and learner’s developmental level, learning needs and readiness, ability to learn, language, and culture. - Evaluation Competencies (ANPD Standard 6)
Uses valid, reliable and relevant methods and instruments to measure processes and outcomes. Involves learners and stakeholders in the evaluation process. Documents the results of the evaluation. Disseminates the evaluation results of learning activities. - Education Competencies (ANPD Standard 8)
Participates in educational activities related to NPD specialty. Acquires knowledge and skills appropriate to the specialty area, practice setting, role and learner diversity. Seeks experiences to develop, maintain, and improve competencies in nursing professional development. Uses reflective practice and inquiry to identify personal learning needs. Uses current research findings and other evidence to expand knowledge, enhance role performance, and increase knowledge of professional issues. - Leadership Competencies (ANPD Standard 11)
Creates and maintains a healthy work environment in educational and practice settings. Demonstrates emotional intelligence in decision making. Demonstrates energy, excitement, and a passion for quality work. Supports a culture of innovation and risk-taking. Supports the professional development program’s mission, goals, action plans, and outcome measures. Maintains records to comply with regulatory bodies’ standards. - Collaboration Competencies (ANPD Standard 13)
Communicates with healthcare personnel and stakeholders regarding educational programs and activities. Partners with others to effect change and generate positive outcomes. Collaborates with others in the planning and implementation for lifelong learning activities for individuals and groups of learners.
EDUCATION:
Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate nursing program required.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
- Licensed to practice professional nursing as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.
- Certification in practice area and/or specialty.
- Basic Life Support certification required. BCLS/ACLS instructor certification highly desired.
EXPERIENCE:
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible duties in clinical nursing practice required.
- Demonstrated ability to apply principles of adult learning required. Previous teaching experience strongly preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Expert in clinical area. Analytical ability to solve clinical nursing issues and conduct quality improvement/research projects. Advanced interpersonal and writing skills in order to develop and conduct educational programs, presentations, communicate with interdisciplinary team and perform leadership responsibilities. Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access and enter data from computerized information systems.
- Excellent organizational skills, including ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Ability to effectively supervise and evaluate the clinical competence of probationary employees.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in English required; bilingual or multilingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.
- Physical ability to meet the core job responsibilities in accordance with practice setting demands for the patient populations regularly served.
- Ability to manage frequent stress due to critical patient issues, changing organizational climate and personal issues.
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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