Professional Development Nurse - Cancer Center

This position covers the Dartmouth Cancer Center clinics in Lebanon, NH.

Participates in the development of and responsible for the implementation of unit based orientation programs including nurse residency, experienced nurse orientation and licensed nursing assistant orientation. Evaluates program outcomes and updates curriculum based on quality metrics, accreditation requirements and regulatory requirements. Participates in the development of and implements competency programs for new and experienced nursing staff.

Qualified staff may be hired into a Nursing Professional Development Specialist position.

1. 1. Orientation and Onboarding
2. Coordinates and implements unit based orientation programs for nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, LNAs, patient care assistants, and others) new to DHMC or transferring to assigned unit
3. Delivers training and ensures new staff competency regarding organizational systems, including, but not limited to, point of care testing, medication dispensing systems, electronic health record
4. Assigns preceptors in collaboration with unit leadership
5. 2. Competency Management
6. Manages competencies for nursing staff on assigned unit
7. Collaborates with unit leadership to identify appropriate competencies and ensure program is carried out in a timely and coordinated fashion
8. Participates in the development of and implements staff competencies based on needs assessments, regulatory requirements, policy/procedure changes, new equipment and quality metrics
9. 3. Education
10. Conducts and participates in practice gap analysis and learning needs assessments
11. Participates in the development of, implements and evaluates education programs related orientation, competency and continuing nursing education
12. Demonstrates innovation within designated programs
13. Integrates technology into educational programming
14. Participates in the development of new educational programs as identified through needs assessment, gap analyses or regulatory requirements
15. 4. Role Development
16. Implements and maintains unit-based orientation programs for new to practice staff and staff transitioning from one specialty or role to another in alignment with accreditation criteria
17. Participates in the development of and implements initial and ongoing preceptor development programs
18. Supports succession planning
19. Conducts career coaching
20. Supports clinical advancement models
21. 5. Collaboration
22. Collaborates with other departments to facilitate high quality, cost effective patient care
23. Participates in the development of and implements interprofessional education in collaboration with interprofessional colleagues
24. Participates in interprofessional committees
25. Supports and is a champion for excellence initiatives and shared governance
26. 6. Inquire
27. Participates in research, evidence-based practice and quality improvement initiatives
28. Collects, analyzes and presents data related to educational programs

• Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required OR Non-nursing bachelor’s degree AND Associate’s Degree in Nursing with commensurate experience and matriculation into a Master’s in Nursing program required 3 years of clinical experience in identified specialty.
• Excellent informatics, verbal and written communications skills desired
• Nursing Professional Development-Board Certified preferred within 1 year

Required Licensure/Certifications

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Dartmouth Health provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants and employees with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation during the application or interview process may contact talentacquisition@hitchcock.org for assistance.

There are so many reasons to join Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, members of Dartmouth Health, the premiere health system in New England.

First and foremost are our people. No matter the role, you’ll find a shared purpose here. We have doctors ready to teach their knowledge, nurses who lead through experience, and other like-minded individuals collaborating for the health of the community, while inspiring each other day after day.

Career development

Affiliated with Dartmouth College, the atmosphere here is very collegial. You’ll discover educational and research opportunities around every corner. At Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics, you never stop learning.

You’ll also appreciate the resources our wide-spread health care system provides. You’ll have access to experts at the top of their fields, advanced technologies, and modern facilities that enable you to care for patients like nowhere else.

Benefits and wellness

We offer a total compensation package that includes competitive health and wellness benefits. These benefits consist of "Core Benefits" that are provided by Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Clinics as well as "Benefit Choices" that allow you to select additional benefits to meet your personal situation and needs.

Our locations

New England is a very special place to live, work, and become part of a community. We have some of the most advanced educational institutions, best health care, and diverse cultural and recreational offerings you will find anywhere in the country. The public schools are excellent, the mountains are beautiful, and the lakes are pristine. No wonder so many people love it here.