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Posted: 25-Aug-25
Location: Denver, Colorado
Internal Number: R12461
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Department
Nursing EducationJob SummaryThe Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner advances the professional growth of nurses and interdisciplinary team members through the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based educational programs. Grounded in the ANPD standards of practice, this role supports orientation, competency management, continuing education, role transition, and professional role development. The NPD Practitioner collaborates across systems to foster lifelong learning, promote regulatory compliance, and drive improved patient care outcomes through quality and practice excellence initiatives.
Essential Functions:
- Supports Orientation and Onboarding: - Partners in orientation and onboarding programs. - Ensures content aligns with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. - Facilitates access to resources. (20%)
- Guidance-Based Competency Management: - Develops and manages initial and ongoing competency assessments. - Ensures compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards. - Provides training for new technologies and procedures. (15%)
- Education and Continuing Profession Development: - Conducts learning needs assessments and practice gap analyses. - Designs, implements, and evaluates educational programs using evidence-based practices. - Coordinates accredited continuing education offerings. - Leverages technology for innovative educational delivery. (20%)
- Role Development: - Develops programs for role transitions, preceptor training, and leadership development. - Supports succession planning and career coaching. - Advises on academic progression and clinical advancement pathways. (10%)
- Collaborative Partnerships: - Collaborates with interprofessional teams to support patient care and staff development. - Participates in councils, committees, and academic partnerships. - Supports excellence initiatives. (10%)
- Inquiry & Quality Improvement: Participates in and supports evidence-based practice, and quality improvement projects. - Collects and analyzes data to inform process improvement and educational strategies. (10%)
- Professional Competency & Ethics: - Maintains clinical and educational competencies. - Participates in peer reviews and professional development activities. - Upholds ethical standards and fosters a culture of respect and integrity. (10%)
- Strategic Planning: - Contributes to the development of annual education strategic plans. - Identifies and addresses emerging educational needs. (5%)
Education:
- Master's Degree Required
Work Experience:
- 4-6 years clinical nursing experience Required
- Experience in professional development, education, or leadership
Licenses:
- RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
- PROFRNBC-Nursing Professional Development Certification - ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- - Strong clinical knowledge and adult learning expertise.
- Ability to design, implement, and evaluate educational programs.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards and quality improvement practices.
- Excellent skills in working with Microsoft products and applications.
- Knowledge and understanding of the operation of learning management systems.
Shift
Work Type
RegularSalary
$87,000.00 - $134,900.00 / yrBenefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.