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Clinical Professional Development Specialist

  • PittsburghPA
  • Full-Time
  • On-site
  • Day Job

PostedMarch 31, 2026

Pay$39.64–$60.52 / hr

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About this role

Have you ever had an idea about how we could improve practice? The Western Psych Professional Development Team is where those ideas turn into action. We focus on growing our team, bringing evidence into practice, and supporting the behavioral health team at the bedside. If you enjoy mentoring others, improving care, or helping shape the future, this is a great opportunity to step into leadership.


The Clinical Professional Development Specialist has the authority, responsibility and accountability for delivery of clinical education curriculum to clinical staff. Orientation and ongoing clinical education are the main objectives of this position. The Clinical Professional Development Specialist ensures clinical staff in assigned area of responsibility receive ongoing training/education to provide high quality patient care and the ST Health Patient Experience to patients.

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Communication

  • Builds strong relationships with frontline staff through mentoring, teamwork, and effective communication.
  • Communicates clearly across formats to engage and educate staff.

Education & Mentorship

  • Leads onboarding, orientation, and ongoing education for clinical staff.
  • Mentors new staff and preceptors; differentiates education to meet learning needs.
  • Teaches comprehensive patient care management and discharge planning.

Clinical & Professional Contributions

  • Serves as a clinical resource for patients and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Supports patient education and ST Health Experience initiatives (e.g., AIDET, Hourly Rounding).
  • Participates in performance improvement, professional/community organizations, and fulfills system competencies and assigned duties.
  • Bachelor’s degree required

  • Master’s degree preferred

  • Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience required

  • Relevant teaching experience preferred


Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire ST Health approved certification preferred
 

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal


ST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

 

Pay range

$39.64–$60.52 / hr

Set by education and experience. Shift differentials are paid on top.

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Nurse Recruiter — Pittsburgh Metro

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Clinical Professional Development Specialist at Pepper Health, Pittsburgh. See the pay range, the schedule, and your recruiter’s name before you apply.

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# Clinical Professional Development Specialist

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Western Psychiatric Hospital
- Pay: $39.64–$60.52 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-31T09:00:18.983Z

## Description

Have you ever had an idea about how we could improve practice? The Western Psych Professional Development Team is where those ideas turn into action. We focus on growing our team, bringing evidence into practice, and supporting the behavioral health team at the bedside. If you enjoy mentoring others, improving care, or helping shape the future, this is a great opportunity to step into leadership.

The Clinical Professional Development Specialist has the authority, responsibility and accountability for delivery of clinical education curriculum to clinical staff. Orientation and ongoing clinical education are the main objectives of this position. The Clinical Professional Development Specialist ensures clinical staff in assigned area of responsibility receive ongoing training/education to provide high quality patient care and the ST Health Patient Experience to patients.
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Shift and schedule

  • Shift

    Day Job

  • Hours

    Full-Time

  • Workplace

    On-site

Where you’ll work

Pittsburgh, PA

A city of bridges, neighborhoods and world-class medicine. Affordable living, a booming health sector, and Pepper Health facilities across the metro — from our flagship Shadyside campus to a home-health network covering every borough.

About working in Pittsburgh
  • Pepper Health Shadyside
  • Pepper Health Passavant
  • Pepper Health Children's
  • Pepper Health Rehab Services
  • Pepper Health at Home

Benefits

Benefits from day one

  • Day-one health coverage

    Medical, dental and vision start your first day — no waiting period, full- and part-time.

  • Tuition & certifications

    Up to $5,250/yr tuition support plus paid certification renewals and exam fees.

  • Retirement with match

    403(b) with employer match and immediate vesting on your contributions.

  • PTO & wellbeing days

    Generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and dedicated wellbeing days.

  • Ladders & residencies

    Nurse residency, allied apprenticeships, and defined advancement ladders in every area.

  • Family support

    Childcare discounts, caregiver leave, and flexible scheduling that respects your life.

Stories

From people in this role

Maya S., Director of Nursing

I started at the bedside. Pepper grew me into leadership — a residency year, tuition support, and a manager who asked "what's next for you?" every single year.

Maya S.Director of Nursing — started as a new-grad RN

Career progression

Where this role can lead

  1. New-grad RN / Residency

  2. Staff RN — specialty certified

  3. Charge / Clinical Resource RN

  4. Nurse Manager or CNS / NP track

  5. Director of Nursing

FAQ

Questions people ask about this role

About this roleCan I self-schedule?

Most inpatient units use self-scheduling in 4-week blocks, with weekend and holiday rotations shared equitably across the team.

About this roleDo you pay for certifications?

Specialty certification exams, renewals and review courses are covered — and certified nurses earn a differential.

About this roleIs there a nurse residency program?

Yes — a 12-month, accredited residency for new-grad RNs with dedicated preceptors, simulation labs and a cohort that starts together.

About this roleWhat support exists at the bedside?

Clinical resource nurses on every shift, a no-lift equipment program, and unit councils where staff nurses drive practice changes.

Application process

What happens after you apply

  1. Apply

    ~2 min

    Two minutes with Apply Start — resume autofill does the rest.

  2. Recruiter screen

    2–3 days

    A real person reviews every application and reaches out.

  3. Interviews

    Week 1–2

    Meet your manager and the team — virtual or on-site, your pick.

  4. Offer

    Within 30 days

    Transparent pay, benefits walkthrough, and time to decide.

  5. Welcome

    Day one

    Paid onboarding, a peer buddy, and your 90-day growth plan.

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