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Work whereevery momentmatters. Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticutu2019s most comprehensive healthcare network. For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities. JOB SUMMARY The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner is a Register Nurse with NPD practice judgement and expertise who influence professional role competence and growth of learners. The NPD practitioner is responsible for supporting learners within the context and framework of the Nursing Professional Development, Scope and Standards practice as approved by the American Nurses Association. This position works in collaboration with nursing leadership to foster and influence competency management, clinical nursing education, professional role development, policy standardization, collaborative partnerships, scientific inquiry, transition to practice and onboarding/orientation of new Hartford HealthCare colleagues. The practitioner is an essential member of the nursing leadership team who promotes the alignment of regional NPD and practice excellence with the HHC system as a whole. BSN required; enrollment in a Masteru2019s program with degree completion within two years of hire date preferred. Minimum of 3 years of active clinical nursing experience with at least 1 year of experience in an acute care environment. Experience as a preceptor. One year of relevant teaching experience preferred, nursing professional development and/or specialty area preferred. Licensure, Certification, Registration u2022 Licensed Registered Nurse from the CT DPH obtained prior to hire date. u2022 NPD or Clinical Specialty Certification within two years of hire hire/transfer u2022 BLS required Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements u2022 Demonstrates ability to develop, deliver and evaluate educational programs. u2022 Working knowledge of high reliability and LEAN process improvement strategies. u2022 Demonstrated leadership skills and a commitment to education as a methodology for promoting continuous quality improvement in the delivery of patient care and services. u2022 Knowledge of the principles/theories of adult learning. u2022 Knowledge of unit based orientation plans. u2022 Strong skills in the process of educational needs assessments. u2022 Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. u2022 Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. u2022 Must be able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team. u2022 Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and strong skills in excel We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge u2013 helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this isyour moment. Job: Education Organization: Hartford Hospital Title: Nursing Professional Development Practitioner (RN) - Nursing Education Medicine Location: Connecticut-Hartford-80 Seymour Street (10008) Requisition ID: 25165778