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Manager, Professional Development

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
Newton, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2026
Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's comprehensive professional development and training programs. This position focuses on enhancing the knowledge, skills, and competencies of hospital staff, ensuring that they stay current with best practices, advancements in healthcare, and regulatory requirements. This role collaborates with various departments and stakeholders to design and deliver effective learning initiatives that contribute to the overall growth and success of the hospital. Essential Functions: -Design, develop, and update a wide range of training programs tailored to meet the specific needs of different hospital staff members, including clinical and non-clinical employees. -Conduct regular assessments to identify skill gaps and learning needs among hospital staff and use the results to inform training initiatives. -Create and implement comprehensive training curricula that align with the hospital's strategic goals and objectives, ensuring that staff members receive continuous development opportunities. -Organize and conduct engaging and interactive training sessions, workshops, seminars, and other learning activities to address various topics, such as patient care, safety protocols, leadership development, technology, and compliance. -Oversee the onboarding process for new employees, coordinating with department heads to provide a smooth integration into the hospital culture and role-specific training. -Maintain accurate records of employee training and development activities, monitoring progress and performance improvements resulting from professional development initiatives. -Collaborate with external training providers, institutions, and organizations to access additional resources and expertise, enabling the hospital to offer a broad range of learning opportunities. -Explore and implement innovative training technologies, e-learning platforms, and tools to enhance the delivery and effectiveness of training programs. -Performs other duties as assigned -Complies with all policies and standards

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field of study required. Master's degree in related field of study preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

MA Registered Nurse License

Nursing Professional Development Certification required within 2 years of hire

Experience:

5-7 years of proven experience in designing, developing, and implementing education/training programs in a healthcare of hospital setting required

2-3 years of management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

-Strong understanding of healthcare industry regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.

-Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate various audiences.

-Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.

-Familiarity with learning management systems and e-learning platforms is desirable.

-Analytical skills to evaluate training program effectiveness and measure staff development progress.

-A passion for continuous learning and a commitment to staying abreast of industry trends and advancements.



Physical Requirements

  • Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
  • Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Newton-Wellesley Hospital will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active military status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.

 

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