Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our leadership team in the role of Director – Nursing Professional Development, Nursing Practice. 

The Director – Nursing Professional Development, Nursing Practice is responsible for the design, implementation, and evaluation of a program creating nursing education scholars advancing the science of nursing and patient education. The Director serves as a liaison with schools of nursing and creates the environment where the organization nurses support academic practicum experiences and serve as preceptors, instructors, adjunct faculty, or faculty (ANCC, 2008). This leader oversees professional placement, training, and evaluation of assignments for employees and students. The Director – Nursing Professional Development is responsible for creating a system wide evidence-based patient education experience reflecting health literacy literature and evidence-based practice.

Key Relationships

Reports to: Cindy Herrington, Vice President – Chief Nursing Officer

Direct Reports: 12 - 15

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be selected from a diverse pool and will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.

Masters of Nursing or related field is required. DNP or PhD preferred.  Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license. Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies. Requires completion Clinical Specialty Professional Certification within 1 year upon meeting eligibility requirements. Requires 7-10 years of relevant experience.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our diverse organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care.  IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana. 

Indiana University Health values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.