At Houston Methodist, the Professional Development Generalist position is responsible for the ongoing delivery of educational programs and activities. This position also participates in the assessment, planning/development, evaluation, and revision of educational activities. The Professional Development Generalist position progressively develops competence in the facilitation of learning which incorporates educational design including the use of technology and simulation, adult learning principles, change management, and evidence-based practice into curriculum development in accordance with Houston Methodist policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements. This position serves as a resource/consultant for assigned area of responsibility.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSPromotes a positive workplace environment and contributes to a team-focused unit to achieve optimal departmental turnover/retention/employee engagement results/scores.Collaborates with other health care professionals to promote positive communication techniques for problem resolution and/or impact achievement of identified goals including involvement in shared governance.Functions as a liaison with the different departments to ensure appropriate distribution of educational services for staff growth, preparedness and competency.Promotes professional practice by supporting and mentoring the transition-to-practice of inter-professional clinicians at every level. Acts as a coach and guide to support the professional development of clinicians.SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSParticipates in the assessment of educational needs across units/departments by utilizing available data and accreditation recommendations. Collaborates on designing, implementing, and evaluating programs to meet the identified needs of the staff, patients/families.Serves as a clinical resource for complex and/or highly specialized patient care situations to patient care providers and other health care professionals within the hospital and in the community.Provides effective hospital education, training and delivery to achieve performance outcomes for leading best practice and safe patient care.QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCompletes, coordinates, maintains, and submits, as indicated, all program records and reports in a timely fashion.Participates in performance improvement activities to support department/entity goals.Integrates evidence-based practice, instructional technology and adult learning theory into educational offerings.FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSSelf-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks to meet the needs of clinical areas and department. Completes activity/productivity & other reports on timely basis. Recommends solutions to achieve department financial objectives.Positively impacts quality and finance outcomes at department and entity level by assuring efficient delivery of educational offerings meeting the clinical needs identified.GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSIdentifies/supports innovative means to ensure accessibility and availability of clinical education programs across shifts/departments.Acts as a change agent. Participates in pertinent research activities and evidenced-based practice projects.Attends workshops and other educational programs, to ensure awareness of current developments and trends. Expands individual nursing knowledge, completing and updating the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATIONBachelor's degree or higher from an accredited school of nursingMaster's degree preferred, in health or education fieldWORK EXPERIENCEFour years clinical experienceEducation experience preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIREDRN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure -- Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) ANDBLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) ANDMagnet ANCC-recognized Certification (HM) within 6 monthsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERREDHealth Services\ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA) ORHealth Services\PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (AHA)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesAbility to build evidence-based practice into the clinical settingDemonstrates ability to plan, organize, and follow through on assignments and/or projectsExhibits leadership abilities including collaborative, consultative and coaching skillsAbility to utilize adult learning theory; knowledge of current educational technologiesWorking knowledge of Microsoft products including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and OutlookDemonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluationsMaintains knowledge of equipment set-up, maintenance and use in assigned clinical areasWorks independently with limited direct supervision using the Nurse Practice Act, HMH Nursing policies and procedures, nursing standards, and professional judgmentSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ATTIREUniform NoScrubs YesBusiness professional YesOther (department approved) NoON-CALL**Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.On Call* NoTRAVEL****Travel specifications may vary by department**May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area YesMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany Profile:Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.