Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
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Job Description
Manager Nursing Professional Development Practitioner
Full time, exempt (salaried)
The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner Manager is a registered nurse who influences professional role competence and professional development of learners in a variety of settings. The NPD Practitioner Manager supports lifelong learners in an inter-professional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the healthcare team and advances the profession through publications, presentations, and other scholarly work. The NPD Practitioner Manager collaborates with the Director/Senior Director within designated areas of responsibility to manage operations for the Department of Clinical & Organizational Development. Collaborates with leadership team to create a work environment that engages staff in the attainment of department and organizational vision and goals.
Min Quals:
BSN required, MSN preferred
Master's degree in adult education preferred
Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required
ANCC recognized certification in specialty in area of clinical practice and NPD Specialty Certification.
5+ years clinical experience required
5+ years nursing professional development experience required
BLS certification required
Job Duties:
1. Develops educational curricula to address ongoing staff learning needs and competency development.
2. Designs and coordinates education to support implementation of clinical education initiatives.
3. Coordinates Mandatory Education curricula for nursing roles.
4. Actively works to transform educational processes at the department level, utilizing project management and
improvement processes.
5. Demonstrates value of professional development to the organization through return on investment,
enhances quality of care, and improves patient outcomes considering factors related to quality, safety,
effectiveness and cost.
6. Provides consultation to leadership regarding systems that support learning opportunities to advance clinical
competencies, professional development and decision making skills of staff.
7. Coordinates the documentation of competencies required by Accreditation agencies.
8. Manages payroll/time reporting process ensuring proper pay for staff, compliance with policies, and approval
of overtime and incentive programs.
9. Serves as an operational resource and role model to staff.
10. Creates a work environment that attracts, retains and engages the highest quality of staff.
11. Proactively addresses any issues affecting work environment.
12. Assists in the recruitment and selection of high quality staff.
13. Coordinates orientation of NPD Practitioners.
14. Develops staff through coaching and mentoring.
15. Ensures high standards of performance by proactively addressing performance issues, including coaching
and disciplinary conversations and from feedback provided through the performance appraisal process.
16. Assist Director in monitoring productivity, budgeting and variance reporting.
17. Collaborates with Director to prepare budget, monitor monthly variances, and takes corrective action and/or
make recommendations for budget adjustments based on analyzed data and change in practice or trends.
18. Serves as a leader and guide to manage complex projects within department and organization.
19. Facilitates timely communication between departments, the Lurie Children's leadership structure and with
staff. Remains aware of changes occurring within the organization and serves as a communication liaison
between staff and Lurie Children's senior leadership.
20. Pursues professional development and networking opportunities to enhance personal professional
knowledge and development.
21. Models ongoing learning to advance skills as a leader and NPD Practitioner.
22. The authority to hire, separate, promote, demote, write and administer performance evaluations.
23. Other job functions as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)Pay Range
$99,840.00-$164,736.00 SalaryAt Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
There’s a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org