Position Summary:The PD/NPD Specialist-Simulation will develop, implement, and evaluate clinical simulation across the MHS Health System. The incumbent will develop simulation activities that address knowledge, skill, critical thinking, and behavior gaps related to the healthcare environment and incorporates nursing simulation components into the curriculum. The Simulation PD/NPD Specialist will have primary responsibility for developing and implementing tools, theories, skills, and knowledge of nursing professional development to improve the evidence-based simulation efforts of clinical staff throughout MultiCare Health System. The incumbent will practice in the position of PD/NPD Specialist by assuming the following role(s) as needed to demonstrate competent practice as outlined by the Association of Nursing Professional Development: learning facilitator, change agent, mentor, leader, champion for scientific inquiry, advocate for PD/NPD specialty and partner for practice transitions.
This position operates independently under limited supervision by the Executive Director and/or assigned manager. Work situations are varied with an emphasis on Assessment of Practice Gaps/Root Cause Analysis, Identification of Learning Needs, Outcomes Identification, Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Facilitation of Positive Learning and Practice Environments, Consultation, Evaluation, Ethics, Education, Evidence-based Practice (EBP) and Research, Quality of Nursing Professional Development Practice, Change Management, Leadership, Collaboration, Professional Practice Evaluation, Resource Utilization, Mentorship/Advancing the Profession, Customer Relations, Standardization, Communication, Organization, Prioritization, Flexibility and Creativity as it relates to Onboarding/Orientation, Competency Management, Continuing Education, Role Development, Collaborative Partnerships and Evidence-Based Practice, Research and Quality. This position will collaborate significantly with Program Managers within the Center for Clinical Education & Professional Practice Development, as well as Clinical Operational Managers and Directors and Unit-Based NPD S/G.
Minimum Requirements:* PD Specialist - Bachelor's Degree Required* PD Specialist - Licensed in current profession in the State of Washington* Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) preferred; if not in possession at time of hire, must acquire within 2 years of hireOR* NPD Specialist- Master's Degree in Nursing required, Master's Degree in Nursing Education preferred* NPD Specialist - Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Washington* NPD Specialist - ANCC NPD specialty certification preferred; if not in possession at time of hire, must acquire within 2 years of hireAND* 4 years clinical practice* 2 year experience within an education role preferred

Position Type: Full-Time Regular
Full Time Employee: Yes
Primary Shift: Day
Work Schedule: Day

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