Director of Clinical Professional Development

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

The Director of Clinical Professional Development provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for clinical staff professional development and education across the enterprise. The Director leads a team of Clinical Education Practitioners and Clinical Education Specialists responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of education initiatives fostering pediatric clinical excellence, supporting lifelong learning, and advancing professional nursing practice. The leader collaborates with department-based and senior leadership to ensure the clinical education needs are met for clinicians at every level of experience and expertise. The Director coaches and mentors others to collaborate with leaders and end-users to develop, implement, and maximize education strategies to support positive patient experience, clinical outcomes, and clinical competency.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership for clinical education and competency to ensure alignment with organizational priorities, quality and safety goals, the nursing strategic plan, and Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) standards.
• Develops and executes a system-wide strategy for clinical education.
• Designs and oversees a standardized onboarding experience for new clinicians.
• Promotes a culture of lifelong learning, evidence-based practice, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree Nursing
  • Nursing Education or related field (DNP Preferred) and
  • 5-7 years experience
    • Experience in clinical education or professional development role.
• One of the following: Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
• One of the following: Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
• RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO
  • Must obtain MO or KS Registered Nurse Multistate License within 90 days of hire
• Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provide Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications Required Upon Hire
• Specialty certification (e.g. NE-BC, CPN, etc.) required upon hire. Nursing Professional Development (NPD-BC) or equivalent certification required within two years of hire date. Required Upon Hire

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $47.55/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.