Nursing Prof Dev Practitioner - NICU, Pediatric Pre/Post, Childrens Same Day Surgery
- Days
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
- BSN
- RN license
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About the job
Job Title: Nursing Prof Dev Practitioner
Location: Bristol Myers Squibb Hospital
Department Name: Develop Innovation & Research
Req #: 0000271334
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $113,300.00 - $147,500.00 per year
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview
RWJBH is seeking a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner for our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Pediatric Pre Post areas, and Children's Same Day at the New Brunswick campus,
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing (required)
- At least 5 years of nursing experience in Pediatrics ,NICU , Pre/Post care of the surgical patient in the PACU, Children’s Same Day
- Certification in nursing specialty of given NPDP role (required)
- 2 years of experience in nursing specialty of given NPDP role (required)
- Sound NICU experience of greater than 5 years,
Preferred
- MSN or must be enrolled in MSN program nearing completion or Doctorate preferred
- NPDPs for certain specialty areas may also have job specific qualifications, when appropriate
Certifications and Licenses Required
- Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License
- National certification for clinical specialty (CCRN) required, BLS ACLS PALS are required
Scheduling Requirements
- Day Shift
- Monday – Friday with some weekend commitment required
- FT
Essential Functions
- Plan and design orientation plan, develop and provide continuing education, provide in-service programs in accordance with the requirements of NJ Board of Nursing current regulatory guidelines the Code of Ethics and institutional guidelines
- Implement and evaluate educational activities/programs for the dedicated orientees
- Develop and maintain employee records
- Serve as a resource person for education and promoted education in the Nursing Division
- Responsible for maintaining competencies as required by regulatory agencies
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to create and deliver education to ensure quality and best practice
- Designs, implements, and evaluates education and training programs using adult learning principles; maintains compliance with regulatory and Provider Unit standards, including contact hour programs and in-service education,
- Assesses and identifies skills appropriate for competency validation
- Disseminates information to departments regarding education/training programs offered by RWJBarnabas Health.
- Provides opportunities for enhancing staff knowledge on high-risk and problem prone situations
- Facilitates professional role development and practice role transitions, including the RN Residency Program, nurse externship, and experiences for nursing students
- Represents nursing professional development specialty in hospital-wide/system-wide committees and councils; disseminates information accordingly
- Facilitates experiences and learning opportunities for nurse externs and nursing students
- Promotes and assists in scholarly inquiry
- Contributes to improving quality services and productivity
- Leads NPD initiatives for translating evidence-based findings into practice research
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
From RWJBarnabas Health's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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