As part of the Montefiore Health System, we offer the quality of a premier academic medical center and the caring of a community hospital. We're committed to the health and well-being of Rockland County's residents and our team members.

Benefits include:

• Matching retirement savings plan
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off (plus 8 holidays )
• The clinical excellence of the Montefiore Health System
• Equal Opportunity Employment
• Zero tolerance policy for discrimination, harassment and abuse
• Fair employment practices, including equal treatment in hiring, promotion and compensation
• WE CARE code of conduct for all team members

A Great Place to Live

Just 35 miles from New York City, Rockland County offers friendly communities, natural beauty, outdoor pursuits, convenient shopping and easy access to New York City. While Rockland County has plenty to offer, both the mountains and the beach are within a few hours' drive.

The Nursing Professional Development Specialist (NPDS) serves as a nursing leader, practice mentor, and education resource to a wide range of academically prepared nurses across all practice settings to build a learning organization culture. NPDS collaborates with Hospital Leaders, Directors and Nurse Managers to advance the knowledge, skills and competencies of frontline staff through orientation and clinically relevant education programs. The NPDS promotes professional development of clinical staff with ongoing education, research, quality improvement and regulatory readiness to ensure a safe, effective, and efficient patient care environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

BSN. Master's Degree or currently enrolled. Focus in Nursing Education (preferred). Three to five years of clinical experience in a specialty area, or combination of staff nurse/leadership experience in the specialty area. Excellent skills in the following areas: verbal and written communication, critical thinking, creativity, interpersonal relationships, team building and change management. Demonstrates knowledge base in professional nursing and evidence-based practice; participatory leadership, continuous learning environment, current issues and trends in nursing practice, nursing education, Shared Governance, and professional development. Basic Life Support Instructor required, ACLS and PALS preferred. Certification in relevant clinical area and/or Nursing Professional Development within 1 year of hire. Current unrestricted New York State Nursing License. Participation in pertinent professional organizations, such as National Nursing Staff Development Organization, ANA, and other professional specialty organizations.