Clinical Practice Specialist, (RN Nurse Educator) Inpatient Surgical Services
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Location: Towson, MD 21204
Description:
Company Description
When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you're coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You're embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you'll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade 'A' hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we've been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.
Job Description
The Clinical Practice Specialist (CPS) is a dynamic clinical educator responsible for supporting evidence-based practice, professional development, and clinical competency across the Inpatient Surgical Services division-including the Cardiac Surgery Step-Down Unit, Inpatient Surgical Units, and Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSU). The CPS serves as a collaborative leader, mentor, and resource, working closely with clinical staff, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary partners to ensure high-quality, safe patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Education & Rounding
Conduct regular unit-based rounding to observe clinical practice, provide real-time coaching, and support staff education.
Prioritize and deliver education based on unit needs, safety trends, and quality metrics.
Competency Validation & Tracking
Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of nursing orientation and annual competencies.
Utilize online orientation and competency supporting platforms to ensure accurate tracking of clinical development and skill validation.
Orientation & Preceptor Support
Collaborate with nurse managers and unit clinical leaders to coordinate and monitor orientation for new hires.
Maintain consistent communication with orientees and preceptors, addressing progress, challenges, and development plans.
Instructional Delivery
Design and facilitate targeted education such as simulations, skills labs, micro-learnings, and Lunch & Learns.
Provide weekly educational updates to assigned nursing units and ensure access to relevant resources across the division.
Leadership Collaboration
Participate in unit huddles, weekly 1:1 meetings with nurse managers, and CCE leadership meetings.
Align educational efforts with divisional goals and strategic priorities.
Professional Practice Development
Mentor Senior Clinical Nurses (SCNs), support shared governance councils, and promote professional growth.
Serve as a clinical resource to reinforce evidence-based practice and policy adherence at the bedside.
System & Organizational Engagement
Attend safety huddles, CCE meetings, PCS leadership meetings, and executive rounds.
Actively contribute to organizational initiatives that advance clinical excellence and nurse development.
Qualifications
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
Videos To Watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P7RWLM7UAE
When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you're coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You're embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you'll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade 'A' hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we've been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.
Job Description
The Clinical Practice Specialist (CPS) is a dynamic clinical educator responsible for supporting evidence-based practice, professional development, and clinical competency across the Inpatient Surgical Services division-including the Cardiac Surgery Step-Down Unit, Inpatient Surgical Units, and Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CSU). The CPS serves as a collaborative leader, mentor, and resource, working closely with clinical staff, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary partners to ensure high-quality, safe patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Education & Rounding
Conduct regular unit-based rounding to observe clinical practice, provide real-time coaching, and support staff education.
Prioritize and deliver education based on unit needs, safety trends, and quality metrics.
Competency Validation & Tracking
Lead the planning, execution, and evaluation of nursing orientation and annual competencies.
Utilize online orientation and competency supporting platforms to ensure accurate tracking of clinical development and skill validation.
Orientation & Preceptor Support
Collaborate with nurse managers and unit clinical leaders to coordinate and monitor orientation for new hires.
Maintain consistent communication with orientees and preceptors, addressing progress, challenges, and development plans.
Instructional Delivery
Design and facilitate targeted education such as simulations, skills labs, micro-learnings, and Lunch & Learns.
Provide weekly educational updates to assigned nursing units and ensure access to relevant resources across the division.
Leadership Collaboration
Participate in unit huddles, weekly 1:1 meetings with nurse managers, and CCE leadership meetings.
Align educational efforts with divisional goals and strategic priorities.
Professional Practice Development
Mentor Senior Clinical Nurses (SCNs), support shared governance councils, and promote professional growth.
Serve as a clinical resource to reinforce evidence-based practice and policy adherence at the bedside.
System & Organizational Engagement
Attend safety huddles, CCE meetings, PCS leadership meetings, and executive rounds.
Actively contribute to organizational initiatives that advance clinical excellence and nurse development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (required)
- Master's Degree (required or to be initiated within 8 month of position)
- BLS (AHA / required)
- BLS Instructor (preferred or willing to obtain)
- Current license to practice professional nursing in the state.
- ACLS required for all cardiac and ICU's (optional for other areas)
- PALS and NRP required if covering Maternal Child including the NICU
- 3-5 years nursing experience (required)
- 2-4 years in specialty area (preferred)
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $49.35-$74.05
- Other Compensation (if applicable):
Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
Videos To Watch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1P7RWLM7UAE