Registered Nurse Senior Director Professional ...

Your future role at a glanceLocation:RemoteDepartment:CPD NationalSchedule:Full-timeSalary: $146,000 - $248,200 per yearEligible for an annual bonus incentiveLife at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreBenefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.How you’ll make an impact in this role Lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide nursing development programs that align clinical excellence with the organization’s long-term strategic goals.Design robust competency management systems and transition-to-practice programs (such as nurse residencies) to ensure every clinician is prepared to provide safe, high-quality patient care.Partner with executive nursing and HR leadership to identify future workforce needs, creating proactive education pathways that close competency gaps before they impact tegrate evidence-based research and clinical standards into daily practice, empowering nursing teams to improve patient outcomes through the latest medical insights.Mentor and develop the next generation of nurse leaders and clinical educators, fostering a culture of continuous professional growth and certification.Evaluate program success using data analytics to refine educational strategies, ensuring our training investments result in measurable improvements for both staff and patients.What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration:Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.Education:Master's degree required.Work Experience:5 years of experience required.10 years of experience preferred.2 years of leadership or management experience required.5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.What additional preferences we're seeking Doctoral degree in Nursing (PhD, DNP, EdD, or equivalent) preferred.National certification in nursing professional development or education preferred.Experience in system-level or multi-site health care organizations preferred.Active engagement with national nursing education and professional development organizations (ANPD, NLN, AACN, AONL) preferred. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Created: 2026-04-03