The Nursing Professional Development Project Coordinator is responsible for planning, execution, implementation, and evaluation of nursing professional development programs and strategic initiatives. This role partners closely with nursing leadership, program managers, educators, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.

Coordinate multiple nursing professional development programs and projects from initiation through implementation and evaluation.
Coordinate cross-functional activities among nursing education teams, operations, technology, analytics, and business stakeholders.
Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, work plans, and implementation schedules.
Monitor project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and risks to ensure timely execution.
Assist with program launches, change management activities, and operational readiness.
Ensure project documentation is current, organized, and compliant with organizational standards.
Track program performance metrics, KPIs, milestones, and project health indicators.
Monitor project outcomes against established goals and recommend opportunities for improvement.
Serve as a liaison between project teams, clinical stakeholders, and operational partners.
Support executive presentations, governance meetings, and leadership reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, workflow, and project execution.
Ensure projects align with organizational priorities, quality standards, and regulatory requirements where applicable.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance nursing professional development operations.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Current Registered PH Nurse (preferred)
Project Management Professional (PMP) (preferred)

Education

Required Minimum Education: 4 year/Bachelor’s Degree
Specialty/Major: Nursing, Project Management, Healthcare or a related field

Work Experience

Minimum 3 years’ experience in project coordination, healthcare operations, nursing education, professional development or program management

Skills

Hard/Technical Skills:

Project coordination
Program management
Strategic planning support
Data analysis and reporting
KPI and dashboard development
Risk identification and mitigation
Process improvement

Soft/Interpersonal Skills (preferred):

Change management
Organizational skills
Written and verbal communication
Collaboration and teamwork
Critical thinking
Time management
Attention to detail

Range

Minimum: $24.94
Maximum: $38.68

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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