Job Title: Nursing Prof Dev Practitioner

Location: Morris Cancer Center

Department Name: Develop Innovation & Research

Req #: 0000238099

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $112,254.90 - $142,156.86 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

RWJBH is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/ Clinical Educator for our Oncology areas at the Morris Cancer Center at New Brunswick campus.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (required)
• At least 5 years of nursing experience in Oncology inpatient & outpatient areas.
• Certification in nursing specialty of given NPDP role (required)
• 2 years of experience in nursing specialty of given NPDP role (required)

Preferred:

• MSN or must be enrolled in MSN program nearing completion or Doctorate preferred
• NPDPs for certain specialty areas may also have job specific qualifications, when appropriate

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS and ACLS Certification
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift
• Monday – Friday with some weekend commitment required
• FT

Essential Functions:

• Plan and design orientation plan, develop and provide continuing education, provide in-service programs in accordance with the requirements of NJ Board of Nursing current regulatory guidelines the Code of Ethics and institutional guidelines
• Implement and evaluate educational activities/programs for the dedicated orientees
• Develop and maintain employee records
• Serve as a resource person for education and promoted education in the Nursing Division
• Responsible for maintaining competencies as required by regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create and deliver education to ensure quality and best practice
• Designs, implements, and evaluates education and training programs using adult learning principles; maintains compliance with regulatory and Provider Unit standards, including contact hour programs and in-service education,
• Assesses and identifies skills appropriate for competency validation
• Disseminates information to departments regarding education/training programs offered by RWJBarnabas Health.
• Provides opportunities for enhancing staff knowledge on high-risk and problem prone situations
• Facilitates professional role development and practice role transitions, including the RN Residency Program, nurse externship, and experiences for nursing students
• Represents nursing professional development specialty in hospital-wide/system-wide committees and councils; disseminates information accordingly
• Facilitates experiences and learning opportunities for nurse externs and nursing students
• Promotes and assists in scholarly inquiry
• Contributes to improving quality services and productivity
• Leads NPD initiatives for translating evidence-based findings into practice research

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer