Job Description
Nursing Practice Specialist Summary About the
Role/Unit:
The Nursing Practice Specialist (NPS) at Sinai Hospital serves as a clinical leader responsible for advancing evidence-based nursing practice, outcomes improvement, and professional development across acute care at Sinai Hospital. Operating under limited supervision, this role integrates clinical evidence and performance data to guide nursing decision-making, policy development, and clinical initiatives. The NPS partners with unit leaders, interprofessional teams, and system stakeholders to promote high-quality care delivery, optimize nursing-sensitive indicators, ensure regulatory survey readiness, and sustain a culture of nursing empowerment and accountability throughout LifeBridge Health. Key Responsibilities:
Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Support Translates current clinical literature and research findings into actionable nursing practice, policy, and formal procedure updates. Guides unit-level and hospital-wide teams in adopting evidence-based interventions specifically designed to improve patient outcomes. Facilitates the dissemination of clinical best practices through targeted presentations, clinical education, and direct mentorship. Supports professional nursing practice through mentorship and leadership in a culture of shared accountability and decision-making. Data Analysis & Outcomes Ownership Analyzes hospital- and unit-specific quality, safety, and performance data to identify clinical trends and opportunities for improvement. Develops, implements, and monitors formal outcome metrics related directly to nursing-sensitive indicators and patient care standards. Provides objective, data-driven insights to guide frontline nursing practice improvements and executive clinical decision-making. Partners with unit leadership to establish and maintain strict accountability for measurable clinical and operational outcomes. Leads and manages site-specific projects focused on nursing practice, quality improvement, and outcomes enhancement from inception to evaluation, aligning local unit initiatives with system-wide strategic goals. Clinical Practice Support & Survey Readiness Conducts structured clinical rounds on assigned units to assess practice standards, identify workflow barriers, and provide real-time consultation, bedside coaching, and actionable feedback to frontline professionals. Serves as a clinical mentor and professional coach to frontline professionals, promoting critical thinking, continuous learning, and engagement in shared governance, research, and innovation activities. Maintains up-to-date awareness of current regulatory and accreditation standards governing acute care nursing practice. Partners with unit leaders to ensure continuous compliance and preparedness for internal and external regulatory surveys through mock surveys, tracer activities, and readiness reviews. Leads or assists in post-survey action planning, implementation, and follow-up to sustain long-term compliance and quality performance. Requirements:
Education:
MSN required Licensure:
Maryland Registered Nurse License Certification:
American Heart Association BLS Certification & Specialty certification Experience:
3-5 years in clinical nursing with demonstrated experience in evidence-based practice, quality improvement or professional development Additional Information Who We Are:
LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve." Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care. What We Offer:
Impact:
Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients. Growth :
Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification. Support:
A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license. Benefits :
Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs. Why LifeBridge Health? With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital. Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY
—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
