Job Description We are seeking a Registered Nurse Professional Practice & Development Specialist to join our team at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Inc. This position is integral to our Talent Management 105 department, where you will play a key role in supporting nursing professional development and growth. Your expertise in education theory, Caring Science, and leadership will be instrumental in driving change and innovation within our organization. You will serve as a transformational leader, promoting professional practice and serving as an expert resource. With a focus on CTICU & Heart and Vascular units, you will identify educational needs and develop appropriate programs, ensuring exemplary professional practice. Your role will also involve competency assessment, teaching the care process, and developing standards of performance. Additionally, you will foster a culture of lifelong learning, facilitate technology integration, and actively participate in quality improvement activities. As a leader in nursing research, you will promote and support organizational research initiatives. Responsibilities Lead and inspire nursing professional development, focusing on CTICU & Heart and Vascular units. Identify educational needs and develop appropriate programs to enhance professional practice. Conduct competency assessment programs and ensure compliance with standards of practice and care. Foster a culture of lifelong learning and facilitate the integration of technology to support clinical practice. Actively participate in quality improvement activities and assist clinical staff in achieving exemplary patient outcomes. Promote and support nursing research activities, contributing to the generation of new knowledge. Advocate for Nursing Professional Development programs that align with organizational needs. Engage in ethical decision-making and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Facilitate group processes and promote problem-solving within the nursing practice environment. Collaborate with management and staff to develop and evaluate unit-level orientation programs. Qualifications Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor's degree in nursing is required, with a Master's degree in nursing or active enrollment in an accredited doctoral program with equivalent credit hours. BLS certification is mandatory, with additional certifications as required by the unit (e.g., ACLS, PALS). 5-7 years of clinical experience, with expert knowledge of adult teaching principles. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong leadership abilities. Proficiency in Clinical Applications is preferred, with training provided for incumbents. Demonstrated technical competencies as outlined in the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Ability to function effectively as both a teacher and facilitator, creating a conducive learning environment. Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating teaching strategies for specific patient populations. Knowledge of NJSNA provider unit policies and procedures for education program planning and design. About Us Total Rewards at AtlantiCare Benefits At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement Plans with employer contributions Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care Wellness Programs to help you thrive Voluntary Benefits , including Pet Insurance and more Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements. Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future. Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law" in impacted states, which mandate employers to list salary ranges in job advertisements and promotions. AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Staff Nurse position is to be accountable for the care activities, safety and goal achievements of assigned patients through assessing, diagnosing, planning and intervening in actual or potential health problems and evaluating patient’s response to the care. These responsibilities also include patient education and discharge planning. The Registered Professional Nurse places emphasis on mobilizing patients and preventing skin break down, falls and implements the appropriate measures to achieve this. The Registered Professional Nurse is a member of a designated care team and collaborates, coordinates and guides team members in planning patient care in a safe environment and achieving patient care goals according to the patient/family developmental stage and cultural expectations. The competent practice of the Professional Registered Nurse is evidenced by patient/family goal achievement, patient/family satisfaction, care and services demonstrated and thoroughly documented in accordance with American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Practice, Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Health Organization Standards Sentinel Event Alert Recommendation, Patient/Family Centered Principles, Department of Health Standards and University Hospital Policies and Procedures. As professional licensed staff and member of an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Professional Nurse exemplifies the behavioral expectations articulated for this role and the Nursing Department Philosophy. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey required. BSN preferred. Adult Medical/Surgical experience preferred. ACLS and BLS required. Must maintain valid certification by the American Heart Association in basic life support (BLS). Ability to employ problem solving techniques and critical thinking. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to lift and move patients with/without reasonable accommodations. Ability to organize care/activities of multiple patients. Successful completion of a Progressive Care Course or Progressive Care Certification, preferred but must be achieved within first six (6) months of hire. Phlebotomy Certification or IV Certification is preferred but must be achieved within first six (6) months of hire. Proficiency in the English language is required. FIT Testing required. Successful completion of a Critical Care Course or CCRN Certification preferred. University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.
