RN Nursing Prof Dev
Ascension · Austin, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $85,000 / year
- Austin, TX
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Job highlights
- Lead clinical education and professional development.
- Design competency-based nursing programs.
- Develop evidence-based nursing curricula.
- Analyze nursing outcomes for improvement.
- Ensure high-quality patient care standards.
About the role
RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role
- Lead clinical growth by collaborating with healthcare leaders to identify educational gaps and design competency-based programs that keep our nursing teams at the forefront of modern medicine.
- Create high-impact learning journeys by developing and implementing evidence-based curricula that translate complex clinical standards into actionable, bedside expertise.
- Consult on performance excellence by analyzing nursing outcomes and designing strategic interventions that ensure our clinical teams are practicing at the highest level of their license.
- Evaluate educational success by utilizing advanced measurement tools to track learning achievements, ensuring our training programs drive tangible improvements in patient safety and care quality.
- Standardize clinical competency across the organization to ensure every patient, regardless of unit, receives care from a highly skilled and confidently prepared nursing professional.
What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing
Work Experience
- Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Key skills/competency
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Professional Development
- Clinical Education
- Curriculum Development
- Competency-Based Programs
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Performance Improvement
- Patient Safety
- Healthcare Leadership
- Nursing Outcomes Analysis
Skills & topics
- Registered Nurse
- Nursing Professional Development
- Clinical Education
- Curriculum Development
- Healthcare
- Nursing
- Professional Development
- RN
- Education Specialist
- Nurse Educator
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your RN licensure, professional development experience, and curriculum design skills.
- Showcase expertise: Emphasize your ability to analyze nursing outcomes and implement evidence-based practices.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in creating and evaluating educational programs.
- Understand Ascension's mission: Connect your passion for nursing education with Ascension's commitment to patient care and growth.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for an RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist at Ascension in Austin, TX?
- As an RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist at Ascension's Seton Administrative Offices in Austin, TX, you will lead clinical growth initiatives by collaborating with leaders to identify educational gaps and design competency-based programs. You will also develop and implement evidence-based curricula, consult on performance excellence by analyzing nursing outcomes, and evaluate educational success to improve patient safety and care quality.
- What are the minimum qualifications for the RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist role at Ascension?
- To be considered for this role at Ascension, you will need a diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing. Additionally, you must have a Registered Nurse credential from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire, and a BLS Provider certification within one month of hire. Professional licensure at the time of hire is required.
- What kind of learning and development opportunities does Ascension offer for this role?
- Ascension offers robust career growth opportunities, including Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement for educational expenses, ongoing professional development, and access to online learning resources. This is designed to support your continuous learning and advancement within the organization.
- How does Ascension support the emotional well-being of its associates in the RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist position?
- Ascension prioritizes associate well-being through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers counseling and peer support. They also provide spiritual care and stress management resources to ensure a supportive work environment for all employees.
- What is the work arrangement for the RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist position at Ascension?
- The RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist position at Ascension in Austin, TX is a full-time, day shift role. The job description indicates it is located at the Seton Administrative Offices, suggesting an on-site or potentially hybrid arrangement, though the primary location points towards on-site work.
- How can I ensure my application stands out for the RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist role at Ascension?
- To make your application stand out for the RN Nursing Professional Development Specialist role at Ascension, focus on clearly articulating your experience in clinical education, curriculum development, and performance improvement within a healthcare setting. Highlight any leadership roles you've had in professional development and demonstrate your understanding of evidence-based practices and patient safety initiatives.
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