What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Professional Development Practitioner- Ambulatory Care (NPD Ambulatory Care) position at Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)?
The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary
The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner/Specialist supports the advancement of professional nursing practice through the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs that foster continuous learning, clinical excellence, and patient safety. This role utilizes evidence-based strategies to facilitate professional development, role transition, competency management, and continuous learning to improve patient care outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Educational Process
Conducts comprehensive needs assessments using quality data, stakeholder feedback, and performance metrics to design evidence-based educational initiatives.
Develops, delivers, and evaluates orientation, in-service, competency-based education, and continuing education programs that promote critical thinking and clinical reasoning.
Utilizes principles of adult learning, instructional design, and technology to enhance engagement and knowledge retention.
Leadership
Serves as a leader, mentor, and role model for clinical educators and nursing staff by promoting a culture of inquiry and professional growth.
Participates on organizational and interdisciplinary committees to influence practice standards, support strategic goals, and advocate for excellence in education.
Acts as a liaison between clinical units and education departments to facilitate cohesive educational planning and practice alignment.
Inquiry
Applies evidence-based practice and supports staff in identifying gaps or problems integrating findings into clinical practice while defining desired outcomes.
Collaborates on research projects and quality improvement initiatives that align with the institution’s strategic priorities and professional development goals, vision and strategy.
Quality Outcomes
Monitors and evaluates the impact of educational programs on patient care, nursing practice, and organizational performance.
Change Management Facilitates smooth transitions during practice changes, including effective and timely communication, new technology, processes, or care standards.
Employs change theory and project management principles to lead educational components of organizational initiatives allowing for minimal disruptions with maximum outputs.
Other Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
All
Knowledge of training theories and methods to develop training programs.
Knowledge of instructional program design, including the development of lesson plans.
Knowledge of adult learning principles and effective presentation techniques.
Knowledge of professional protocols and practices in patient treatment, and the use of medical equipment.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease.
Skill in interpreting and analyzing patient care issues, data, and regulations to develop training programs.
Skill in planning, organizing, scheduling and conducting in-service training classes.
Skill in organizing and maintain records and related training documentation.
Skill in researching, analyzing and evaluating new training materials.
Skill in evaluating healthcare issues and making recommendations based on observations.
Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other ANMC employees.
Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
All
Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.
Bachelor of Nursing with valid license by the State of Alaska and remain active with all annual licensing requirements.
Minimum Experience Qualification
All
Non-supervisory – Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional work-related experience.
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Non-supervisory – Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional work-related experience.
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
All
Certification in Basic Life Support required. Current ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc card as required for specific work area.
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Certification in Nursing Professional Development required.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
- Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
- 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
- Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
- Eleven Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
- Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
- Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
- On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
- Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
- Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
- On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
- License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
- Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
- Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary
The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner/Specialist supports the advancement of professional nursing practice through the design, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs that foster continuous learning, clinical excellence, and patient safety. This role utilizes evidence-based strategies to facilitate professional development, role transition, competency management, and continuous learning to improve patient care outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Educational Process
Conducts comprehensive needs assessments using quality data, stakeholder feedback, and performance metrics to design evidence-based educational initiatives.
Develops, delivers, and evaluates orientation, in-service, competency-based education, and continuing education programs that promote critical thinking and clinical reasoning.
Utilizes principles of adult learning, instructional design, and technology to enhance engagement and knowledge retention.
Leadership
Serves as a leader, mentor, and role model for clinical educators and nursing staff by promoting a culture of inquiry and professional growth.
Participates on organizational and interdisciplinary committees to influence practice standards, support strategic goals, and advocate for excellence in education.
Acts as a liaison between clinical units and education departments to facilitate cohesive educational planning and practice alignment.
Inquiry
Applies evidence-based practice and supports staff in identifying gaps or problems integrating findings into clinical practice while defining desired outcomes.
Collaborates on research projects and quality improvement initiatives that align with the institution’s strategic priorities and professional development goals, vision and strategy.
Quality Outcomes
Monitors and evaluates the impact of educational programs on patient care, nursing practice, and organizational performance.
Change Management Facilitates smooth transitions during practice changes, including effective and timely communication, new technology, processes, or care standards.
Employs change theory and project management principles to lead educational components of organizational initiatives allowing for minimal disruptions with maximum outputs.
Other Information
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
All
Knowledge of training theories and methods to develop training programs.
Knowledge of instructional program design, including the development of lesson plans.
Knowledge of adult learning principles and effective presentation techniques.
Knowledge of professional protocols and practices in patient treatment, and the use of medical equipment.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease.
Skill in interpreting and analyzing patient care issues, data, and regulations to develop training programs.
Skill in planning, organizing, scheduling and conducting in-service training classes.
Skill in organizing and maintain records and related training documentation.
Skill in researching, analyzing and evaluating new training materials.
Skill in evaluating healthcare issues and making recommendations based on observations.
Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other ANMC employees.
Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
All
Progressively responsible professional work-related experience, education, or training may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.
Bachelor of Nursing with valid license by the State of Alaska and remain active with all annual licensing requirements.
Minimum Experience Qualification
All
Non-supervisory – Three (3) years of progressively responsible professional work-related experience.
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Non-supervisory – Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional work-related experience.
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
All
Certification in Basic Life Support required. Current ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc card as required for specific work area.
Nursing Professional Development Specialist
Certification in Nursing Professional Development required.