Nurse Educator/Nursing Professional Development Practitioner - Perioperative

Job Title: Nursing Prof Dev Practitioner

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET

Department Name: Develop Innovation & Research

Req #: 0000260232

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $113,390.00 - $147,407.00 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: 

At Trinitas Regional Medical Center, the Perioperative Nurse Educator/Nursing Professional Development Practitioner oversees the perioperative areas.  This position will be an integral part of the leadership team to ensure staff training and regulatory needs are met. It will also require a consultative role in areas that have perioperative services.

As a Perioperative Nurse Educator/Nursing Professional Development Practitioner, a typical day may include:  

• Providing orientation, in-service training, and continuing education
• Develops, implements, and validates initial and ongoing competencies
• Demonstrates effective teaching skills through appropriate instructional methodologies
• Applies principles of adult learning theory when conducting programs
• Facilitates professional role development and practice role transitions
• Educates and mentors nursing staff on quality improvement and evidence-based practice
• Maintains simulation lab and equipment; provides simulation experiences and encourages use of simulation in educational programs
• Analyzes issues, trends, and supporting data to determine the learning needs of individuals and departments
• Represents Nursing Professional Development/NPD specialty in hospital-wide/system-wide committees and councils; disseminates information accordingly
• Organizes multiple assignments and/or projects simultaneously
• Visible and accessible to clinical staff
• Additional duties and responsibilities as delegated within NPD Scope and Standards of Practice
• Role requires flexibility, adaptability, and independent prioritization of responsibilities
• 10 - 15% Travel throughout RWJBH sites 

This role might be for you if:  

• Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcome
• Curiosity, engagement, self-motivation, and an education drive you
• Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
• Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you 
• A community-centered environment fits you
• A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this Nurse Educator opportunity, at least 3 years periop/OR RN experience in an acute care and/or inpatient setting, including circulating and scrubbing, is required. You must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing, a Bachelor's degree in nursing, and a current American Heart Association BLS certification.

CNOR certification and 2 years of preceptor/charge/leadership experience are strongly preferred. American Heart Association ACLS provider preferred/required within 6 months of hire, specialty nursing certification and/or Nursing Professional Development—Board Certified/NPD-BC are also strongly preferred.

An MSN in Education, Nursing and/or Health Related Field or post-master's certificate in education is also preferred, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. This position offers an onsite Monday through Friday schedule between the hours of 6:30a/7a - 3p, at 37.5 hours weekly, and flexibility to meet department needs on occasional evenings is required. No holidays required. 

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

Trinitas Regional Medical Center is a full-service healthcare facility serving those living and working in Eastern and Central Union counties. The hospital was established in January 2000, following the consolidation of St. Elizabeth Hospital and Elizabeth General Medical Center. Our Elizabeth, NJ hospital operates on two major campuses. Trinitas Regional Medical Center has 554 beds and is proud to offer state-of-the-art medicine backed by compassion and competence. Together, our medical team offers the community the most advanced technological care in every area of medicine and surgery. 

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.