The Professional Development Specialist provides educational expertise in the healthcare field of clinical professional staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Requires theoretical practical knowledge of adult education, clinical nursing, and leadership skills to facilitate the delivery of quality care in assigned nursing areas and other clinical disciplines.

•         Provides educational consultation, facilitation planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs that award continuing education credit.

•         Participate in the planning and delivery of the clinical aspects of new employee orientation

•         Participates in the planning and delivery of mandatory certifications programs, such as ACLS, BLS and PALS

•         Works within the Professional Development department and with the CNLs and clinical educators to establish clinical competencies and skills sessions

·         Coordinates the operation of the Simulation Lab, which includes:  creating and executing simulation scenarios with debriefing; maintenance of simulation equipment and necessary supplies; coordinates the use of the lab for multidisciplinary clinical staff; data collection to evaluate learning and outcomes

EDUCATION AND RELATED EXPERIENCE:

1.)    Required: Bachelor's Degree (BSN) required

2.)    MSN Preferred or currently enrolled in program.

3.)    Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Massachusetts

4.)    At least 5+ years RN experience required.