Manager of Transition to Practice Program RN

Position: Manager of Transition to Practice Program

Purpose of the Position: The Manager of the Transition to Practice Program, under the oversight of the Director of the Transition to Practice (TTP) Program, is responsible for managing the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the statewide TTP Program for new graduate Registered Nurses. The Manager demonstrates expertise in staff development, adult learning principles, facilitation, leadership, and research. This role supports the professional growth of nursing and promotes empowerment through knowledge, aiming to achieve excellence in evidence-based nursing practice. This is accomplished by facilitating the educational process aligned with program goals and outcomes measurements, fostering organizational integration, conducting competency assessments, guiding practice-based learning through preceptors/mentors or experienced healthcare professionals, and providing continuing education and leadership development for preceptors/mentors or experienced healthcare professionals.

As a role model for professional behavior, the Manager plays a crucial role in fostering a professional nursing environment that empowers nurses to adhere to their scope and standards of professional practice while addressing social determinants of health and equity and promoting lifelong learning. This position is grant-funded and is scheduled to expire on September 30, 2026. At that time, efforts will be made to secure additional funding opportunities. As a result, there may be a need for workforce adjustments or a reduction in working hours unless alternative employment arrangements can be made. We recognize the importance of maintaining a dedicated nursing team and are committed to exploring all available options to minimize potential disruptions.

The Manager reports to the Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Director.

Program management

• Responsible for management of the TTP Program
• Assists with marketing, recruitment and onboarding of facilities into the TTP Program
• Ensures that grant deliverables are met.
• Prepares clear, relevant and easily understood education and impact reports.
• Review participant participation reports on Canvas and the Impact dashboard weekly.
• Supports program director reporting and analytics regarding the TTP program.
• Assists the director with developing and implementing the program curriculum and oversees resident progression through the program components.
• Facilitates the identification and selection of mentors and supports the mentor/mentee relationship.
• Develop collaborative relationships with key hospital staff and provide needed clinical subject matter expertise, coaching, and resources.
• Develops and presents education based on current evidence-based practice.
• Schedules, facilitates and participates in stakeholder site visits.
• Together with the program director, serves as the point of contact for facilities.
• Serves as a backup for the program director.

Educator/Facilitator

• In collaboration with practice-based educators and the Director, the Manager develops, coordinates, implements and evaluates education plans based on identified needs of the learners and the organization related to initial and ongoing competencies, educational programs and professional development
• Facilitate program participant focus groups and town halls
• Facilitates the use of a variety of methodologies to incorporate adult learning principles for desired outcomes
• As needed and in collaboration with the curriculum vendor, support curriculum facilitation for hospitals that do not have SMES. Curriculum that can be supported by AzHHA will be pre-determined

Mentor

• Provides mentorship to TTP Program mentors, preceptors and participating new graduate registered nurses
• Demonstrates coaching behavior consistent with a culture of mutual respect and trust

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Registered Nurse; Bachelor’s degree in nursing or other healthcare-related field required

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Master’s Degree

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Healthcare experience in a hospital in the last 5 years is required; minimum of 1 year in clinical education, staff development or teaching; practical knowledge of nurse transition to practice (residency) programs and their functional application in a hospital setting.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Experience with Canvas Learning Management Platform. Experience with new graduate nurse transition to practice program, residency program or new graduate nurse onboarding. Prior experience with project management. Education or experience in adult learning principles preferred.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS; LICENSURE: Current unencumbered AZ nursing license

REQUIRED COURSE(S); TRAINING: n/a

SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Critical thinking
• Clinical knowledge and understanding
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Customer service orientation
• Organizational skills
• Strong written, verbal, oral and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize
• Analytical problem-solving ability
• Ability to handle confidential information and situations discreetly and professionally
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently with limited supervision
• Creativity
• Basic reading, writing and strong arithmetic skills required
• Professional telephone and email etiquette
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to interact with all levels within the organization
• Drive and self-motivation

SUPERVISES: n/a

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Working conditions are normal for a fast-paced office work environment
• Travel will be required to facilitate collaboration with entities across Arizona
• Presentation of technical material in group settings required occasionally
• Mid-level stress
• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed
• Requires walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds of files on a regular basis. Proper lifting techniques required.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Reports directly to the Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Director
• Interacts with AzHHA staff

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Medical-Surgical

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• hospital healthcare: 5 years (Required)
• clinical education or staff development: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Arizona nursing license (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Phoenix, AZ 85004: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Phoenix, AZ 85004