Nursing Professional Development Specialist

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Nurse Senior – Educator, also known as the Nursing Professional Development Specialist, advances nursing excellence through evidence-based education and professional development. This role empowers nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care by fostering lifelong learning and supporting clinical competency across service lines.

What You Will Do:

• Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs that promote clinical competency, orientation, and continuing education for nursing staff.

• Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to assess learning needs and develop targeted strategies for professional growth.

• Serve as a mentor and resource, guiding nurses in evidence-based practice and supporting quality improvement initiatives.

• Lead efforts to integrate best practices and regulatory standards into nursing education and clinical workflows.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Current and valid Connecticut RN license.

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program. A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is a strong preference; near requirement. BSN candidates will only be considered if they are actively pursuing an MSN or higher degree.

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in Medical-Surgical inpatient specialty/service lines. This will include, but is not limited to: Critical Care, Telemetry, Medical Oncology, Neuroscience, and other medical-surgical service lines.

Preferred:

• Experience in staff education or professional development (strong preference; nearly required).

• 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.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time: 40 hours/week

• This is a salaried position with a range of: $83,304 to $133,328

Ministry/Facility Information:

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. A member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it is one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Saint Francis is a Level 1 Trauma Center, a 617-bed hospital, and a major teaching hospital committed to excellence in patient care, education, and innovation.

Our Commitment

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.