Nursing Professional Development - LDRP

Employment Type:

Full time

Day Shift

At Saint Mary’s Hospital
, the Nurse Senior – Educator, informally known as the Nursing Professional Development Specialist, will advance nursing excellence through evidence-based education and professional development with a primary focus on Women, Infant, and Children services, including LDRP and NICU environments. This role empowers nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by fostering lifelong learning and supporting clinical competency across these specialty areas.

• Design and implement educational programs for Women’s Health, LDRP, and NICU teams, ensuring compliance with AWHONN standards.
• Facilitate high-fidelity simulations, particularly for NICU and obstetric emergencies, to strengthen clinical readiness.
• Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary partners to support initiatives that expand NICU capabilities and enhance relationships with internal and external community resources.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for nursing staff, promoting evidence-based practice and quality improvement in maternal-child health.

• Current and valid Connecticut RN license.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) strongly preferred; BSN candidates will be considered if actively pursuing an MSN or higher degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in Labor, Delivery, Recovery, and Postpartum or NICU inpatient specialty/service lines.

• Experience in NICU environments and neonatal resuscitation.
• Familiarity with AWHONN standards and maternal-child health best practices.
• Ability to design and conduct simulation-based training.
• Current BLS certification and advanced specialty certifications (ACLS, etc.). Certification support will be offered post-hire.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver educational programs for nursing staff.

• Full-Time: 40hours/week
• This is a salaried position
• Salary Range: $83,304 to $133,328

Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.