AVP Clinical Workforce Development and AP - Cooper University Hospital

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

The AVP of Clinical Workforce Development & Academic Partnerships (CWD/AP) fosters and maintains key local, regional, and national academic as well as workforce partnerships with a focus on nursing / patient care services workforce career advancement and professional development opportunities. Additionally, the AVP of CWD/AP will maintain collaborative partnerships with the Talent Acquisition team and other stakeholders to develop and implement strategic recruitment and retention initiatives associated with workforce development. The AVP of CWD/AP will be responsible for ensuring alignment with system goals and brand integrity through effective, collaborative relationship with key internal stakeholders.

• Strategically grow and maintain academic and clinical workforce partnerships to strengthen preparation and transition of individuals into healthcare workforce.
• Facilitate workforce development and professional growth opportunities for nurses and other clinical team members through community, academic programs and partnerships.
• Collaborate with Marketing & Talent Acquisition in the development and alignment of marketing and recruitment efforts with a focus on market brand, website / social media optimization, professional organizations/networking, and recruitment events.
• Partner with Workforce Development Consultant to secure alternative funding sources and workforce grants.
• Administer The Center for Resuscitation Education and Community Engagement.
• Collaborate with Executive Nurse Leaders on key recruitment and retention initiatives.
• Partner with Nursing and Human Resource leaders on advancing successful outcomes of nurse extern, graduate nurse and nurse residency.

3-5 years of progressive Healthcare related leadership required.

Masters required. 

• Current New Jersey license as a Registered Nurse.
• National specialty certification preferred.