Professional Development Specialist RN; Nursing Education Job Danbury area,Connecticut USA,Nursing

Position: Professional Development Specialist RN (Nursing Education), Danbury Hospital

Overview

At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+ strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected, personal, agile and imaginative, we invite you to discover what’s possible for you and your career.

Danbury Hospital, a 456-bed acute care hospital, has been providing award-winning, personalized patient care to the people of Western Connecticut for 140 years. Our specialty areas of excellence include a Level III NICU, a certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and compassionate psychiatric care, including a partial-hospitalization program.

Accolades

The Leapfrog Group
- Grade A for quality and patient safety
U.S. News & World Report
- High performance in heart failure treatment
Health grades
- One of America’s 50 Best Hospitals
Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) - Robotic Center of Excellence
Joint Commission
- Gold seal of approval in spine surgery

At Danbury Hospital, we take great pride in our team members and their passion for providing the best care possible—always with heart. For many of our team members, that care extends beyond the walls of our hospital. We volunteer at local non‑profits and participate in community initiatives and events. Our dedication to the health and well‑being of our entire community makes this a truly special place to work.

Shift

Details

Shift: 4x10 hour night shift 9:00pm-7:30am Monday thru Friday (variable)

Control hours: 40

Summary

Responsible for assessing, developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for perioperative personnel to maintain competency, continuing education, and leadership development at Danbury and New Milford Norwalk Hospital.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years in specialized nursing field.
Master’s Degree in nursing required.
Knowledge in DOH (CT) nursing practice requirements.
Knowledge of Joint Commission accreditation requirements for the Division of Patient Care Services.
Experienced in delivering group presentation.
Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License.
Certificate in BLS, ACLS, and PALS provider status required.
Instructor in AHA training in one area (BLS, ACLS, PALS – must be obtained within 6 months of hire).
Nursing certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting in the assessment, development, coordination, presentation, and evaluation of educational program needs within the Department of Perioperative Services. Core responsibilities include new employee orientation, continuing education, supervision of nursing students, residents, and orientation for a variety of student populations.

Deliver a systematic orientation program for new employees. Creates an educational tool and resource specific to the level of staff oriented. Coordinates education for existing staff members. Responsible for program development, evaluation, and constant revisions to reflect the changing dynamics of the Surgical Services environment. Responsible for customizing education to meet individual learning needs.

Participates and contributes to departmental policy and procedure development and quality assurance review.

Requires self‑direction and assumes responsibility for the advancement of nursing practice by developing new approaches, methods, or techniques to patient care practice issues in accordance with clinical standards. Collaborate with other members of the health care team as required.

Provide educational resources for perioperative educators. Liaison with schools for program development and clinical rotations for perioperative students.

Act as a clinical resource for perioperative educators using evidence-based standards and professional guidelines, assisting in the development of critical thinking skills.

Assist perioperative educators in the evaluation of current practice through quality and process improvement measures. Facilitate the development and interprets clinical practice procedures, standards, goals, and philosophies.

Facilitate and monitor perioperative personnel compliance with organizational policies and procedures and regulatory…