Manager Professional Practice & Development-Ambulatory

POSITION SUMMARY

The Professional Practice and Development Manager is responsible for the efficient day-to-day operations of the system-wide Professional Practice and Development team. The PPD Manager coordinates and manages the PPD specialists and coordinators at the department level. The PPD Manager: o Contributes to the development, implementation, and operational systems that support the PPD team's goals including the orientation of new PPD staff, project planning, development, and implementation, and staffing issues. o Serves as a transformational leader role model who promotes professional practice and development, while serving as an expert resource to support specialists and coordinators. o Promotes structural empowerment by establishing relationships and addressing issues of concern within the PPD team. o Supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts, and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation. o Possesses expertise in managing multiple and frequently changing priorities to make decisions, problem solve and ensure the PPD team has the necessary resources to complete their work. o Maintains collegial interdepartmental relationships o Demonstrates an active and engaged commitment to diversity, by working to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates and promotes respect for diversity of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, or citizenship in the organization. o Promotes the benefits and opportunities of lifelong learning. The Professional Practice and Development Manager has knowledge and skills in education theory and application, Caring Science theory, career development, Servant Leadership, the practice environment and program management. This position demonstrates an expertise in nursing education while influencing the professional role competence and professional growth of nursing in a variety of settings. The Manager leads change, at the unit, campus, and / or organizational level. This position will inspire and develop creative and innovative approaches to addressing challenges and problems. This role exemplifies the components of the Magnet model including the elevation of the image of nursing and the promotion of professional development. The Manager will serve as a transformational leader role model, who promotes professional practice, while serving as an expert resource to support the organization's goals. The Professional Practice and Development Manager identifies educational needs of the PPD team and responds through the development and implementation of appropriate programs for the team, resulting in exemplary professional practice. This position is an expert in the development of policies to support professional practice and the practice environment. The Manager serves as a resource for the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of programs in compliance with the NJSNA provider department policies and procedures. The Professional Practice and Development Manager will facilitate the proactive integration of technology to support education and clinical practice. The Professional Practice and Development Manager supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service, participating in performance improvement efforts, and demonstrating a commitment to continuing education, team work and cooperation. The Professional Practice and Development Manager will be actively engaged in investigating, implementing and evaluating evidenced based practice, and nursing research activities, and promotes and supports organizational research activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Masters degree in Nursing required. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: ANPD certification required within 2 years of hire. BLSHCP required. Additional requirements as identified by the unit (Ex: ACLS, PALS, etc.). EXPERIENCE: 5-7 years clinical and leadership experience required; excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as leadership skills required.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the technical competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Career Development * Accepts personal responsibility for own professional development. * Demonstrates effective oral and written skills * Use effective interpersonal skills * Fosters critical thinking * Links nurses to professional development and other relevant resources Education * Functions in the role of leader, teacher, and facilitator * Creates an effective learning environment * Demonstrates proficiency in use of technology * Develops, conducts and evaluates education based on specific team member needs * Plans, designs, implements, and evaluates education programs in compliance with the NJSNA provider department policies and procedures * Designs, implements and evaluates orientation program for new PPD in consultation with management and staff * Serves as a resource for continued learning and professional self-development for staff and peers * Participates in organizational professional education * Applies nursing and learning theoretical and conceptual foundations as a basis for developing programs Leadership * Advocates for Nursing Professional Development programs that support the needs of the learner and the organization. * Demonstrates sensitivity to ethical, cultural, and spiritual inclusion. * Engages in ethical decision-making * Effectively facilitates group process * Functions as a change agent and leader * Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information * Promotes problem solving * Interprets and uses research in practice * Participates in evaluation of staff regarding knowledge, skills, and competencies. Practice * Facilitates the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards/guidelines of nursing care/practice * Analyzes PPD Scorecard data and creates PDCA's on relevant variances. * In collaboration with management, evaluates professional practice in accordance with standards of nursing care and the Association of Nurses in Professional Development (ANPD) * Participates in efforts to facilitate and problem solve professional practice issues, professional development of staff, and performance improvement activities * Participates in clinical mock rounds and simulation activities to identify any safety issues related to medications, restraints, falls and the environment * Provides guidance and direction in planning, implementing and evaluating professional practice and development initiatives and priorities Program/ Project Management * Participates in and supports all regulatory and survey readiness activities. Research and Evidence Based Practice (EBP) * Identifies nursing research/EBP problems * Participates in research efforts * Serves as an expert to nursing and interprofessional peers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. Physical demands include but are not limited to consideration stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing heavy equipment and excessive standing and walking. Lifting approximately 25-50 lbs. frequently; lifting 50-100 lbs. with assistance occasionally. Essential functions for this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports directly to the Director of the department and may supervise incumbents as assigned. The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.

Pay Transparency

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AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer