A certification in a nursing specialty of a given NPDP role is recommended and NPDPs for certain specialty areas may also have job-specific qualifications, when appropriate, as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. As a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner, a typical day may include: Demonstrates effective communication skills, including verbal, non-verbal, written, and active listening techniques; responds to requests and inquiries promptly and professionally.