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Clinical Professional Development Specialist

UPMC

#Behavioral Health #BLS #CPR #Patient Experience #Patient Education #AIDET #BSN #Healthcare Education #MSN #Hourly Rounding

Quick overview

The specialist is responsible for delivering orientation and ongoing clinical education for Med/Surg and Behavioral Health units. They serve as a mentor and clinical resource to ensure staff provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.

Requirements summary

A Bachelor's degree is required, with a Master's preferred, along with at least 2 to 3 years of clinical experience. Required certifications include CPR/BLS and various background clearances (Act 33, 34, 73).

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeCare PlanningMentoringPatient AssessmentQuality ImprovementBehavioral HealthClinical EducationCurriculum DesignStaff OnboardingPatient ExperienceMed/Surg NursingClinical Resource ManagementProfessional Coaching

Job description

UPMC Altoona is seeking a Clinical Professional Development Specialist to support excellence in patient care through high-quality clinical education. This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about teaching, mentoring, and supporting frontline staff while promoting the UPMC Patient Experience. This role will provide immediate, at the elbow support, for educating staff on Med/Surg and Behavioral Health Units. *Candidate will be hired into the appropriate job title (Clinical Professional Development Specialist or Senior Clinical Professional Development Specialist) & salary grade based on experience and education
Position Overview The Clinical Professional Development Specialist is responsible for the delivery of orientation and ongoing clinical education for assigned clinical areas. This role ensures staff have the knowledge, skills, and support needed to provide safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Working closely with frontline teams, this position serves as both educator and mentor, supporting professional growth and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Clinical Education & Onboarding Lead unit-based onboarding and orientation for new clinical staff Provide ongoing education to support patient assessment, care planning, implementation, evaluation, teaching, and discharge planning Identify learning needs and design education strategies that support quality outcomes and patient experience Deliver education across various formats and schedules, including non-traditional hours as needed Staff Support, Coaching & Mentorship Serve as a formal and informal mentor to new clinical staff and preceptors Build strong working relationships through positive communication, coaching, and collaboration Develop and deliver professional coaching and feedback aligned with UPMC Experience initiatives (e.g., Bedside Shift Report, Hourly Rounding, AIDET) Clinical Resource & Collaboration Act as a clinical resource and consultant for nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families within areas of specialty Support patient education initiatives by ensuring frontline staff are well-prepared to meet patient learning needs Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, ensuring clarity, engagement, and knowledge retention Quality Improvement & Professional Engagement Participate in department-based performance improvement initiatives Engage in professional and community organizations to support ongoing development and best practices Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies and organizational behaviors Why Join UPMC Altoona? At UPMC Altoona, education is a cornerstone of clinical excellence. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care, support staff success, and grow within a nationally recognized health system committed to quality, teamwork, and innovation.

Clinical Professional Development Specialist

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Clinical Professional Development Specialist Qualifications

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