Nursing Professional Development-Practitioner
Indiana University Health
Bloomington, IN, USA
Posted on Jul 18, 2025
Nursing Professional Development-Practitioner
Bloomington, IN, United States
Job Description
Location: Bloomington Hospital
Shift: Part-Time
Shift: Part-Time
Practitioner - Nursing Professional Development (NPD)
The Nursing Professional Development Practitioner utilizes NPD practice judgment and expertise to enhance and influence the professional role competence and growth of learners in various settings, with the goal of supporting the IU Health Way. Key responsibilities include onboarding/orientation, competency management, education, role development, collaborative partnerships, and inquiry. This role often functions at the unit or facility level, partnering with leaders and stakeholders to achieve strategic goals and initiatives.
Position Overview
This role is dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within IU Health by designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that support staff development, role competence, and system-wide initiatives. The practitioner works closely with clinical leaders and teams to ensure educational needs are met and that staff are prepared to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead onboarding and orientation programs for new staff and learners.
- Manage clinical competency assessments and development activities.
- Develop and deliver education tailored to staff needs, role development, and system initiatives.
- Build collaborative partnerships with unit leaders, educators, and other stakeholders.
- Promote a culture of inquiry and continuous professional improvement.
- Participate in system or unit-based projects and initiatives related to education and staff development.
- Support the integration of adult learning principles in all educational activities.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Licensure:
- Active RN license in Indiana or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Additional advanced life support certifications may be required per specific unit/department policies.
- Experience:
- Two years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
- Additional Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge and application of adult learning principles.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed to meet system educational needs.
Join IU Health!
Be part of a system committed to excellence in professional practice, education, and patient care. We support your growth with ongoing learning opportunities, collaborative work environments, and a focus on innovation.
Ready to influence professional growth and support staff development? Apply today to become a Practitioner in Nursing Professional Development at IU Health Bloomington Hospital!
About Us
- Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
- IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
- A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
- With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
- At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
- Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.
About the Team
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.
Job Info
- Job Identification 400469
- Job Category Nursing
- Posting Date 07/09/2025, 04:45 PM
- Locations 2651 E Discovery Pkwy, Bloomington, IN, 47408, US
- Job Schedule Part time
- Job Shift Day
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