Nurse Professional Development Specialist

About the Role

The Nurse Professional Development Specialist (NPD) serves as a Registered Nurse and Educator with an advanced nursing degree, acting as a vital bridge between academic theory and clinical practice. This role is dedicated to the sciences of nursing, technology, research, and evidence-based practice. The NPD Specialist leverages expertise in adult learning principles, leadership, and communication to create relevant teaching strategies that drive organizational success.

In this position, you will function as a learning facilitator, change agent, and mentor. You will build the infrastructure for lifelong learning by analyzing competency data to identify practice gaps and developing educational programs that achieve patient-oriented outcomes. As a partner for practice transitions, you will manage the seamless movement of staff across clinical settings and bridge the gap between academia and service. You will also champion scientific inquiry, utilizing research to implement performance improvement activities and disseminate new knowledge to the global nursing community.

About the Team

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a comprehensive healthcare network committed to excellence in patient care. The NPD Specialist works within a dynamic environment that includes Critical Care, Medical-Surgical, Women & Children, Emergency, Trauma Services, Behavioral Health, Perioperative Services, and Ambulatory care. The role requires active participation in unit-specific initiatives and hospital-wide committees to improve patient safety and quality outcomes.

Hiring Process

As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, HMH may share your resume with other areas within the Hackensack Meridian Health network that have current openings fitting your skills and experience.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

Hackensack Meridian Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, military service, or status as a protected veteran.

Please note that HMH is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility.