Professional Development Specialist RN

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Summary:
The purpose of this role is to provide education and maintain continuing competencies for L&D, Post Partum and NICU units. This role reports to the network Admin Director of Professional Development.
Responsibilities:
1. In collaboration with the department of Nursing Education and Research, coordinates and tracks education for unit interdisciplinary staff that assures up to date competencies and required certifications as appropriate to role. Coordinates and tracks completion of unit-based orientations
2. Collaborates with department Nurse Managers to develop and coordinate unit based and online education plans for Family Birth Center, NICU and Pediatrics. Conducts education for the department. Supports and encourages nurses pursuing and maintaining specialty certifications. Provides CEUs for unit specific educational programs as appropriate. Coordinates annual MCH seminar.
5. Collaborates with medical staff members and nurse managers to p...