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JFK University Medical Center

Nurse Professional Development Specialist - F/T Evenings

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 06/15/2026

Location: Edison, NJ (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/18/2026

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What they do

A Training and Development Specialist directs education or staff training programs for a company, such as large firms or distributorships, or private post-secondary educational providers.

$69,451 / year median in New Jersey

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

The Nurse Professional Development Specialist (NPD) is a Registered Nurse/Educator with an Advanced Nursing Degree. The NPD Specialist has a practice specialty based on the sciences of nursing, technology, research and evidence-based practice, change, communication, leadership, and education. Nursing Professional Development Specialists have knowledge and skills in adult learning principles, nursing career development, program development and management, continuing education, and leadership responsible to create relevant and significant teaching strategies.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Graduate Degree (Master's or greater) in Nursing or related field. If the graduate degree is in a related field, must have a baccalaureate degree in nursing. 2. Graduate of an

NLN/AACN

accredited program in nursing. 3. Minimum of 3 or more years of current experience in Nursing in an acute care hospital 4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 5. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms. 6. Magnet Recognition Program knowledge. 7. Must acquire and maintain competencies, certifications and continuing education in order to meet any facility accreditation or individual licensing requirements for areas assigned. This may include Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

1. Previous professional development experience, teaching or education background. 2. Experience with curriculum development, evaluative methods and professional development contact hour application.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

1. NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. 2. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

1. Nursing Professional Development Advanced Board Certified. 2. . Professional certification in an area of specialty related to practice (staff development).