Nursing Professional Development Specialist (RN) - CNA Apprentice Program
Summary The Nursing Professional Development Specialist (NPDS) is dedicated to the coordination, oversight, and ongoing provision of the MMC - CNA Apprentice Program and its affiliation with Portland Adult Education.
Working closely with the Administration Support Specialist and a part-time NPDS colleague, one will ensure the quality of the program in accordance with best practices, compliance with regulatory requirements and the expectation that participants successfully complete the CNA Apprenticeship Program, including sitting for the State of Maine, CNA Registry exam.
The requirements and role components of the position described have relevance for the Apprentice Program and require a broad scope of expertise and leadership capacity for planning, executing, and evaluating all aspects of the program.
As the coordinator and lead educator for the program, one will engage throughout the State based curriculum using various methods of instruction, evaluation, and coaching/ remediation in alignment with diverse groups of adult learners.
This is a full-time, 40-hour Monday-Friday (primarily days) position.
Position Summary A primary goal of NPDS practice is to support the provision of quality health care and patient safety within the practice environment through the interwoven role elements of educator, leader, facilitator, change agent, consultant, and researcher.
Given the continuous evolution of health care policy, regulatory and accreditation standards, and changing roles in health care, the role of the NPDS must also evolve to meet requirements, demands, and expectations.
In collaboration with nursing leadership and staff, the NPDS designs, implements, and evaluates the nursing strategic education plan.
Through a high level of competence, the NPDS must effectively and creatively address the learning needs of diverse groups in nursing within both practice and learning environments.
The NPDS works in partnership with colleagues across disciplines and professions in support of inter-professional education and evidence-based practice.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education:
Professional knowledge of the theories, principles, and practice of professional nursing and nursing professional development with expertise in educational curriculum design and technology, acquired through the completion of a Master's Degree preferably in Nursing and a minimum of five years in acute care clinical and learning environments.
Prior practice in diverse clinical settings is a plus.
If the Graduate degree is not in Nursing, the Baccalaureate Degree must be in nursing.
License/Certifications:
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse as required by the State of Maine.
Certification in Nursing Professional Development preferred.
Experience:
See Education Comprehensive understanding of complex systems, organizational structure, health care quality, and regulatory and accreditation standards in order to support the strategic plans of MaineHealth, MMC, and Nursing.
Exceptional interpersonal skills to coach and mentor individuals and/or to lead, facilitate, and support team-based and interprofessional initiatives within and/or beyond the organization.
Demonstrated achievement relative to career development, education, leadership, and program/project management.
Additional Information Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution.
MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource.
MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.
Recommended Skills Administration Career Development Certified Nurse Practitioner Certified Nursing Assistant Clinical Works Coaching And Mentoring Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Working closely with the Administration Support Specialist and a part-time NPDS colleague, one will ensure the quality of the program in accordance with best practices, compliance with regulatory requirements and the expectation that participants successfully complete the CNA Apprenticeship Program, including sitting for the State of Maine, CNA Registry exam.
The requirements and role components of the position described have relevance for the Apprentice Program and require a broad scope of expertise and leadership capacity for planning, executing, and evaluating all aspects of the program.
As the coordinator and lead educator for the program, one will engage throughout the State based curriculum using various methods of instruction, evaluation, and coaching/ remediation in alignment with diverse groups of adult learners.
This is a full-time, 40-hour Monday-Friday (primarily days) position.
Position Summary A primary goal of NPDS practice is to support the provision of quality health care and patient safety within the practice environment through the interwoven role elements of educator, leader, facilitator, change agent, consultant, and researcher.
Given the continuous evolution of health care policy, regulatory and accreditation standards, and changing roles in health care, the role of the NPDS must also evolve to meet requirements, demands, and expectations.
In collaboration with nursing leadership and staff, the NPDS designs, implements, and evaluates the nursing strategic education plan.
Through a high level of competence, the NPDS must effectively and creatively address the learning needs of diverse groups in nursing within both practice and learning environments.
The NPDS works in partnership with colleagues across disciplines and professions in support of inter-professional education and evidence-based practice.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education:
Professional knowledge of the theories, principles, and practice of professional nursing and nursing professional development with expertise in educational curriculum design and technology, acquired through the completion of a Master's Degree preferably in Nursing and a minimum of five years in acute care clinical and learning environments.
Prior practice in diverse clinical settings is a plus.
If the Graduate degree is not in Nursing, the Baccalaureate Degree must be in nursing.
License/Certifications:
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse as required by the State of Maine.
Certification in Nursing Professional Development preferred.
Experience:
See Education Comprehensive understanding of complex systems, organizational structure, health care quality, and regulatory and accreditation standards in order to support the strategic plans of MaineHealth, MMC, and Nursing.
Exceptional interpersonal skills to coach and mentor individuals and/or to lead, facilitate, and support team-based and interprofessional initiatives within and/or beyond the organization.
Demonstrated achievement relative to career development, education, leadership, and program/project management.
Additional Information Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution.
MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource.
MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.
Recommended Skills Administration Career Development Certified Nurse Practitioner Certified Nursing Assistant Clinical Works Coaching And Mentoring Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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