Professional Development Specialist RN - Pediatric (261753)
Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and in suburban communities. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care and hospice, and operates a research institute, innovation center and philanthropic foundation.
SUMMARYJOB DETAILS
Department: Practice/Development (PPDR)
FTE: 0.8 (64 hours per pay period)
Shift(s): Days, Monday-FridayThis is a part time (0.8FTE, 64 hours per pay period) benefit earning position that will support the Pediatric specialties.The Professional Development Specialist manifests a high level of expertise in professional clinical practice, educational design and patient and family education. Provides skillful consultation and facilitation skills that impact processes and outcomes of patient care. Contributes to the overall success of the organization through leadership in the workforce strategies and care and service to patients and families. Educates providers and other staff on the importance of patient education and health literacy.RESPONSIBILITIESApplies appropriate education theory and adult learning principles to education activitiesUses appropriate materials and teaching methods to assure delivery of consistent, value-added and reliable content to employees, patients and their families Consults on new employee individual education plans based on evaluation/outcome criteriaAddresses urgent education needs and demonstrates ability to increase the overall competencies of staff and novice-to-expert developmentEvaluates education outcomes of training and development activitiesConsults to make recommendations for systems and structures to support individual/unit/service professional and clinical developmentSimplifies and clarifies complex materialsDemonstrates skills for effective presentation and delivery of programsPrioritizes learning needs from a variety of sources in the provision of relevant and timely educationUtilizes current research findings to increase the knowledge and competency of the workforceProvides project management for clinical patient care and patient/family education initiativesDevelops programs to support nursing practice and Patient & Family Centered care (PFCC) Imbeds PFCC and evidence based practice into appropriate work productExplores and implements new patient education technologiesManages production and maintenance of educational content of patient education materials including evaluation, creation and revision of education content Serves as consultant to nursing staff, providers and multidisciplinary team in development of patient education materials
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Education/ Work Experience:Masters in Nursing, Education or related field requiredOR Must be enrolled and graduate from the Master’s in Nursing, Education or related program within three (3) years of start date Minimum of 2 years of Pediatrics professional nursing experience strongly preferred, along with relevant nursing certifications
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Evidence of curricular or program development and presentation skillsEvidence of facilitation, presentation and consultation skillsAbility to solve problems and work effectively with diverse groupsAbility to work independently, effectively and innovativelyAble to word process and familiarity with email computer system, experience with power point or presentation softwareProject management skillsLicense/Certifications:Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of Minnesota Board of Nursing
You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Total Rewards Package:
We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.
Department: Practice Development
: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.80 (64 hours per pay period)
Shift Detail: Day
: Staff
: Regular
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Union/Non Union: Non-Union
Min: $48.66
Max: $73.00
: Oct-12-2026
Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics downtown and in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care and hospice, and operates a research institute, innovation center and philanthropic foundation. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.
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Hennepin Healthcare offers employment opportunities in a variety of settings, including our main campus in downtown Minneapolis and neighborhood clinics. We are proud of our 7,300 employees and physicians, who work together to provide safe, high quality care in a patient- and family-centered environment.
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