UPMC · 7 hours ago
Clinical Professional Development Specialist
Altoona, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expUPMC is seeking a Clinical Professional Development Specialist who is experienced in the Operating Room or PACU and has a passion for teaching and mentoring. This role focuses on providing real-time coaching and support for nursing staff, ensuring they are equipped to deliver outstanding patient care.
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Responsibilities
Lead unit‑based onboarding and orientation for new clinical staff
Teach and support staff in managing patient care, including assessment, interdisciplinary planning, implementation, evaluation, patient teaching, and discharge planning
Identify learning needs and tailor education to support staff competency and growth
Provide both formal and informal mentoring to new clinical staff and preceptors
Promote and reinforce UPMC Experience initiatives such as Bedside Shift Report, Hourly Rounding, and AIDET
Serve as a resource and consultant for clinical staff, patients, and interdisciplinary team members within your specialty area
Support frontline staff in delivering effective patient education
Build strong, productive working relationships through positive communication, collaboration, and team‑building
Participate in department‑based performance improvement initiatives
Engage in professional and community organizations to support ongoing development
Provide training and education during non‑traditional hours as needed to meet unit demands
Demonstrate system‑wide competencies and uphold organizational standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience required
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Operating Room and/or PACU experience is strongly preferred
Relevant teaching experience preferred
UPMC approved certification preferred
Company
UPMC
UPMC is one of the leading nonprofit health systems in the United States. A $10 billion integrated global health enterprise headquartered
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.46MKey Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2024-09-18Grant· $0.46M
Leadership Team
Leslie Davis
President and CEO
Frederick M. Hargett
Chief Financial Officer
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