Surgical Oncology Nurse Development Practitioner​/RN

Surgical Oncology Nurse Development Practitioner / RN

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The Nursing Professional Development, Surgical Oncology (NPD) Practitioner is a registered nurse who supports professional role competence and growth of nurses and other healthcare personnel. This individual applies the Association of Nursing Professional Development's (ANPD) Practice Model, integrating adult learning principles, evidence-based practice, and system-level thinking to support onboarding, competency management, education, role development, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs…and more!

• Orientation and Onboarding
  • Supports orientation and onboarding of nursing staff, new graduates, and other clinical personnel.
  • Assists with coordination and delivery of unit- or service-line specific onboarding programs.
  • Serves as a resource to preceptors and mentors.
• Competency Management
  • Contributes to competency validation and tracking for nursing staff.
  • Participates in the identification of learning needs and performance gaps.
  • Supports development and implementation of competency assessment tools.
• Education and Training
  • Delivers continuing education and just-in-time training using evidence-based methods.
  • Develops, implements, and evaluates education programs to meet staff learning needs.
  • Uses multiple delivery platforms including in‑person, e‑learning, and simulation.
• Role Development
  • Supports career progression and role development through coaching and resources.
  • Encourages professional development and specialty certification.
• Collaborative Partnerships
  • Acts as liaison between clinical staff, leadership, and NPD Specialist.
  • Provides input into the development of the departmental budget.
• Quality Improvement and Evidence-Based Practice
  • Promotes evidence-based practice through staff education.
  • Participates in data collection, analysis, and reporting related to educational outcomes.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Travel:
  Less than 10% of the time may be required between clinical sites.
• Work type:
  On‑site employee – works in the office or at a physical workplace, interacting with colleagues face‑to‑face.

Education – Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Experience – 2 years of clinical nursing experience

Licensure – Valid, active, unencumbered nursing license approved by the Georgia Licensing Board

Certification – BLS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required)

• Knowledge of ANPD Scope and Standards of Practice
• Strong communication, teaching, and facilitation skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, LMS platforms, and simulation tools

Education – Master’s Degree in Nursing

Experience – Prior experience in education, leadership, precepting or mentorship

Certification – ACLS and/or PALS if applicable or other specialty certification

Medium. Max 25 lbs. Lifting up to 25 lbs, occasional to frequent standing & walking, occasional sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: blood‑borne pathogens, bio‑hazardous waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work. Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be necessary.

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