Nursing Professional Development Practitioner- Ambulatory Surgical Treatment Centers

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140‑year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Ambulatory Surgery Center in Westchester (and Northbrook)

Nursing Professional Development Practitioner – Ambulatory Surgical Treatment Centers (Full time)

The Nursing Professional Development Practitioner is a registered nurse who influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. The NPD practitioner supports lifelong learners in an inter‑professional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare team.

• Develops knowledge and competency in pediatric nursing and professional development practices.
• Evaluates personal practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, and relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.
• Implements strategies for seamless transitions to practice and between practice settings.
• Assesses clinical skills of staff and provides learning opportunities to advance clinical competencies and decision making skills of staff and documents competencies.
• Uses the best available evidence to guide practice decisions.
• Facilitates professional role development.
• Actively works to assist in transformation processes at the unit/area level, utilizing project management and improvement processes.
• Other job functions as assigned.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nursing required.
• Master’s degree preferred in adult education.
• Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois.
• ANCC recognized certification in specialty area of clinical practice.
• Minimum three years of clinical experience in specialty area (preferred). Strong preference given to candidates with direct experience in Perioperative.
• Basic Life Support certification required from the American Heart Association.
• CPR instructor within 6 months of hire.
• Resuscitation requirements as appropriate to specialty area within 6 months of hire.

Bachelor’s Degree:
Nursing (Required). Basic Life Support – American Heart Association.

$87,360.00 – $

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Supplemental Life
• AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness
• Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond.

We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age,…