Where Expertise Meets Compassionate Care!
The Nursing Professional Development Practitioner at Mease Dunedin Hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU) assesses, develops, implements, and leads educational activities designed to grow, maintain, and improve the professional competence of clinical Team Members, creates and oversees assigned clinical programs by completing needs assessments.
Positions details:
- Location: Mease Dunedin Hospital ICU
- Status: Full Time - Exempt from Overtime
- Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM - can vary
- Occasional weekend requirement
- On Call: No
- Always in person
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 33,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.
Benefits and perks for you and your family:
- 401(k) match and additional yearly contributions
- Parental Leave covering births and adoptions
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Year performance appraisal and team award bonus
- Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Will and Legal assistance
- Community discounts and more
- AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!
Requirements:
- RN (Registered Nurse) License
- Bachelor's or Higher degree in Nursing
- 3-years' RN experience in an Acute Care setting
- Preferred: Nursing Professional Development Certification (ANPD)
- BLS certification with the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- ACLS certification with the American Heart Association
The Nursing Professional Development Specialist responsibilities and skills:
- Assess, develop, and lead educational programs that strengthen clinical competence and professional growth for ICU team members
- Design and oversee unit‑specific education based on identified learning needs and quality initiatives
- Support clinical orientation and ongoing education for new and existing ICU nurses
- Serve as a subject matter expert and resource for evidence‑based practice and clinical education
- Partner with clinical leaders and interdisciplinary teams to support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Provide consultation and guidance on education requirements, competencies, and available learning resources
- Act as a positive change agent by supporting practice improvement, communication, and engagement
- Perform Registered Nurse functions and other duties as assigned, as needed
- This role follows the Association for Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) Scope and Standards of Practice and promotes clinical excellence through evidence‑based care.
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