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Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Livingston, NJ

Eligibility
RNAdministrative & Consulting NursesClinical Nurse Educators
Shift
Days

Posted Jul 30 · Not open to new grads

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days
Weekends
No weekends
Term
Permanent
On the floor
Precepting expected
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
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Experience
5+ years

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Against the board
Top of NJ staff pay

NJ staff postings that state pay run $34/hr to $59/hr, the middle half $41/hr to $55/hr, across 470 postings.

About this role

  • Req #: 0000259514
  • Category: Education/Training
  • Status: Full-Time
  • Shift: Day
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  • Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
  • Department: Develop Innovation & Research
  • Pay Range: $115,657.80 - $150,355.14 per year

Location

94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

  • Job Title: Nursing Prof Dev Practitioner
  • Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr
  • Department Name: Develop Innovation & Research

Req #: 0000259514

  • Status: Salaried
  • Shift: Day
  • Pay Range: $115,657.80 - $150,355.14 per year

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job

Overview

At Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator is responsible for participating in the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of education and training for hospital associates. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Nurse Educator is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

As a Nursing Professional Development Practitioner/Nurse Educator, a typical day may include:

Provide for orientation, in-service training, and continuing education

Develops, implements, and validates initial and ongoing competencies

Demonstrates effective teaching skills through appropriate instructional methodologies

Applies principles of adult learning theory when conducting programs

Facilitates professional role development and practice role transitions

Educates and mentors nursing staff on quality improvement and evidence-based practice

Maintains simulation lab and equipment; provides simulation experiences and encourages use of simulation in educational programs

Analyzes issues, trends, and supporting data to determine the learning needs of individuals and departments

Represents Nursing Professional Development/NPD specialty in hospital-wide/system-wide committees and councils; disseminates information accordingly

Organizes multiple assignments and/or projects simultaneously

Visible and accessible to clinical staff

Additional duties and responsibilities as delegated within NPD Scope and Standards of Practice

Role requires flexibility, adaptability, and independent prioritization of responsibilities

Travel throughout RWJBH

Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, and organizational resources that support long-term career progression

This role might be for you if

Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this Nurse Educator opportunity, you must have at least 5 years of RN experience in acute care clinical services, be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing, a bachelor’s degree in nursing, hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing, and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A master’s degree in Education, Nursing and/or Health Related Field or post-master's certificate in education, specialty nursing certification such as Nursing Professional Development-Board Certified/NPD-BC, and 2 years in professional development/education are strongly preferred. This position offers a full-time schedule on the day shift, 37.5 working weekly hours, off shift hours quarterly, and no holidays, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time Retirement Plans Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Disability and Life Insurance Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Planning Support Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Community and Volunteer Opportunities Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Requirements

  • RN
  • Academic medical center
  • Developing nurse training programs as a nurse administrator
  • Post-Master's Certificate (Nursing)
  • Nursing
  • Committee work
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  • Master's degree in education
  • Paid parental leave
  • RN License

Place

City
Livingston, NJ
State price level
9% above the national average

New Jersey index 108.8, where 100 is the national average.

CMS overall rating
3 of 5 stars (Care Compare, Sep 2026)
Beds
597
Magnet
Designated since 2018 (ANCC)
RN residency
ANCC-accredited: Rwjbarnabas Health Graduate RN Residency Program at Cooperman Barnabas Med Ctr, through Jul 2029

Livingston is a leafy suburban township in Essex County, roughly 20 miles west of Manhattan. Tree-lined residential streets, highly rated public schools, and a network of local parks give it a quiet, family-friendly feel—an easy fit for nurses seeking a calmer base with reasonable access to New York City.

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