Þpartment Cardiac/Med Surg Job Summary The Nurse in Professional Development (NPD) works collaboratively with the leadership team in conducting needs assessments/gap analyses to identify interventions to address gaps in performance. The NPD will develop, plan, and implement education that facilitates the professional growth, skill development, initial/ongoing competence, and attainment of standards of care to enhance patient safety for direct care providers. They evaluate outcomes of interventions, with a focus on quality, safety and staff development. The Nurse in Professional Development role requires a collaborative relationship with the educator/leadership team to implement changes and establish clinical accountabilities for organizational success. Required Qualifications - Require three (3) years recent clinical experience in an acute care specialty setting. - Require basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications. Preferred Qualifications - Prefer expertise in adult education and other fields as appropriate. - Specialty certification preferred. Mandatory Education BSN: Bachelor of Science Nursing Required License and Certs BLS: Basic Life Support/CPR FL RN: FL Registered Nurse License