System Sr. Director Nursing Professional Development (Nursing Education) - Relocation Offered!

Company: MedStar Health
Location: Columbia
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

About this Job: General Summary of Position The System Senior Director of Nursing Professional Development (NPD) assumes a system-wide scope of responsibilities; leads the entity-based NPD directors; and is accountable for ensuring the professional development of associates within the Department of Nursing/Patient Care Services. The Senior Director of NPD provides leadership for the team of Nursing Professional Development Specialists/Nurse Educators as they function within the roles of educator change agent consultant evidence-based practitioner and leader. In partnership with the system Vice President the Senior Director of NPD develops the strategic plan for NPD delineates the budgetary needs of NPD (system and entity-level) and collaborates with leaders from the diverse disciplines and departments within and external to MedStar Health. The System Senior Director of NPD oversees the assessment planning development implementation and evaluation of learning and development programs that enhance associates' performance promote professional development or otherwise support the mission vision and SPIRIT Values of MedStar Health and the Department of Nursing. In conjunction with executive and system nursing leadership teams nursing practice and nursing informatics develops and supports educational programs which foster the professional development of clinical personnel; guides and recommends development of best practices with Patient Care Service departments; and assists department leaders in the development of department initiatives in the areas of staff development education and compliance with external regulatory and accreditation standards. May function as a leader of general nursing professional development team/department or clinical nursing specialty such as perioperative service line or women and infants services. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Develops department goals objectives policies and procedures. Ensures adherence to MedStar Health and entity/business unit policies procedures standards/guidelines and those of regulatory and accreditation agencies; takes corrective action when deficiencies occur. Collaborates with system and entity-based nurse leaders and other department heads including nursing practice and informatics and SiTEL team in addressing priorities and implementation of effective educational/training programs. Assumes leadership for the planning development execution and evaluation of the MedStar Health nursing professional development and educational programs and curricula to support the MedStar high reliability and just culture quality and safety and competency management across all entities and practice areas. Assesses learning needs through formal and informal approaches to data collection to determine educational gaps and priorities to meet the learning needs of associates. Applies teaching techniques that promote critical thinking and evidence-based practice incorporating principles of adult learning theory. Maintains and demonstrates current knowledge of healthcare organizations and clinical practice; provides leadership and expertise to professional practice and the provision of quality healthcare delivery. Creates and facilitates a learning environment and atmosphere of participative management within the framework of collaborative governance and shared decision-making. Contributes to the Department of Nursing's strategic plan and annual goals and is accountable for the implementation and attainment of these goals within the defined areas of responsibility. Leads the assessment activities of learning needs of associates and nurse leaders through formal and informal approaches to data collection and reporting of findings to determine educational gaps and priorities. Promotes critical thinking and evidence-based practice curricula incorporating principles of adult learning theory and innovation. Provides leadership for the conduct of orientation programs for new personnel to facilitate a new associate's transition to the MedStar practice environment and meet competency assessment requirements in conformance with departmental objectives regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Provides leadership and oversight for the transition to practice program for newly licensed nurses using the MedStar New to Practice Nurse Residency Program model. Convenes the nurse residency program coordinators regularly and partner with entity-based chief nursing officers and professional development leaders on the achievement or residency program accreditation. Provides expertise for competency development assessment and management programs across the department of nursing. Sets the standard while applying latest evidence to ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards. Leads the planning and implementation of continuing/ongoing education programs and activities to expand current knowledge and where appropriate acquire and maintain certification using provider unit/interprofessional joint accreditation program and other resources. Conducts educational activities that inform teach and facilitate adoption of new procedures technologies equipment and patient care trends with continuing education credits where appropriate. Facilitate the offering of clinical nursing specialty certification review programs. Develops evaluation plans and applies evidence-based evaluation models to determine the effectiveness of educational activities and learning program offerings. Involves learners and team members in the evaluation process. Disseminates the evaluation results of the learning activities and revises learning programs based on objective evaluation data. Demonstrates responsibility for fiscal planning/financial management budget-related operational issues and oversight through advocacy budget development and allocation of resources. Engages in ongoing budgetary/productivity monitoring adherence to prescribed annual budget and assurance of adequate availability of personnel and other necessary resources to support the delivery of safe patient care and realization of organizational goals. Selects trains orients supervises and assigns department staff. Develops standards of performance and evaluates performance of subordinates by regularly conducting performance management reviews. Initiates or recommends counseling and/or corrective action for personnel.Selects trains orients supervises and assigns department staff. Develops standards of performance and evaluates performance of subordinates by regularly conducting performance management reviews. Initiates or recommends counseling and/or corrective action for personnel. Maintains ongoing communication with subordinates to review programs provide feedback discuss new developments and exchange information. Creates a professional practice atmosphere and an environment of coaching development and cooperation by serving on committees and as a liaison between the department of nursing external agencies/associations and professional and technical nursing educational institutions and faculty. Establishes collaborative relationships between practice and academia with targeted regional and national nursing programs. Supports the clinical student placements at the respective entity in collaboration with other nurse leaders. Supports Medstar Health System Nursing goal of achieving eighty percent (80%) baccalaureate-prepared nursing workforce. Serves as an advisor to fellow nurse leaders on academic progression of nurses. Collaborates with other nurse leaders on securing grant funds that support the ongoing professional development and academic progression of the MedStar Health nurses. Supports collaborative governance structure and promotes Magnet Recognition and/or Pathway to Excellence standards through daily practice and in support of the MedStar Health entity goals. Acts as executive liaison for nursing collaborative governance council or other committees. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the fields of nursing clinical instruction and nursing education through a variety of professional activities including but not limited to reading the appropriate literature and attending related seminars and conferences. Demonstrates accountability for own professional development and advancement. Assumes administrative responsibilities in absence of the system Vice President and provides coverage for other leaders and colleagues. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned and as appropriate to the position and areas of responsibility. Minimal Qualifications Education Master's degree Nursing or Nursing Education from a nationally accredited nursing program required and Doctoral degree Doctorate terminal degree preferred Experience 5-7 years Progressively more responsible roles in nursing required and Experience in nursing education or professional development required and Previous leadership and supervisory experience required Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the State of Maryland or District of Columbia Upon Hire required and NPD - Nursing Professional Development Certification in Nursing Professional Development or Nursing Education within 1 Year preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment. Business acumen and leadership skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively interact with all levels of management internal departments and external agencies. Working knowledge of various computer software applications. The work requires identifying and resolving complex problems such as developing innovative solutions based on extensive cross-functional knowledge of the various MedStar Health entities. Work assignments are generally received in the form of broad goals for area(s) of responsibility and require considerable judgment regarding the interpretation of policies development of procedures and selection of appropriate courses of action. This position has a hiring range of : USD $142,064.00 - USD $287,996.00 /Yr.

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