Beth Israel Lahey Health · 9 hours ago
Director of Professional Practice
Plymouth, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$64.90/hr - $93.75/hr
5+ years expBeth Israel Lahey Health is a growing healthcare organization dedicated to making a difference in people’s lives. The Director of Professional Development is responsible for developing and implementing educational and staff development programs for Patient Care Services, ensuring nursing and clinical staff maintain high standards of competency and compliance.
Elder CareHealth CareHospitalPrimary and Urgent CareProfessional ServicesTraining
Responsibilities
Lead the Professional Development Department in alignment with the vision of the Nursing Division
Monitor compliance with professional, regulatory, and governmental standards; serve as a liaison with administration, quality, risk management, and regulatory agencies
Provide direction and guidance for interdepartmental quality improvement programs and committees
Direct nursing orientation and staff development programs to validate and enhance clinical staff competence
Support implementation and utilization of clinical nursing research
Design, implement, and lead organization-wide learning and development initiatives
Develop and maintain continuing education programs for nursing staff
Evaluate program outcomes and implement modifications as needed
Manage the annual budget for nursing education services
Participate in institutional and departmental goal setting
Mentor and guide direct reports for professional success
Organize nurse educators to meet the educational needs of nursing staff
Staff the Professional Development Department with qualified personnel
Collaborate with nursing leadership and other disciplines on education and quality improvement initiatives
Lead the Hospital’s Nursing Council
Develop and maintain preceptorship programs for new nursing staff
Coordinate student internships and clinical rotations with educational partners
Organize and maintain AHA education programs
Ensure work practices reflect the philosophy, purpose, and policies of Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth
Model the organization’s core values
Supervise and lead the Professional Development team
Serve on committees as a liaison and resource for professional development
Maintain records and files for compliance with regulatory requirements
Monitor professional development services using designated metrics
Research and develop evidence-based programs, training, and competencies
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of healthcare experience or equivalent
At least 2 years of experience in staff development
Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Bachelor's degree in nursing required; master's degree in nursing, Education, or related field required
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Company
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Beth Israel Lahey Health Center offers patient care, urgent care, assisted living, and research and education services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Robert Fields
Chief Clinical Officer and Executive Vice President
Recent News
2026-01-25
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2025-11-24
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