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Gold's Gym Idaho

Personal Trainer

Pocatello, ID · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

As a personal trainer, your day is dynamic, combining training sessions, member engagement, program design, and professional development. If you thrive in an energetic environment, love connecting ...

Gold's Gym Idaho

Personal Trainer

Pocatello, ID · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

As a personal trainer, your day is dynamic, combining training sessions, member engagement, program design, and professional development. If you thrive in an energetic environment, love connecting ...

Gold's Gym

Personal Trainer

Pocatello, ID · On-site

$18 - $25/hr

As a personal trainer, your day is dynamic, combining training sessions, member engagement, program design, and professional development. If you thrive in an energetic environment, love connecting ...

Gold's Gym

Personal Trainer

Pocatello, ID · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

As a personal trainer, your day is dynamic, combining training sessions, member engagement, program design, and professional development. If you thrive in an energetic environment, love connecting ...

Corporate Tools

Corporate Trainer

Post Falls, ID · On-site

$80K/yr

Develop resources and training programs that promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the organization. * Identify training needs based on knowledge/skills gap ...

Northampton Community College

Workforce Development Training Instructor - Quality Management / Leadership & Management ... The ideal candidates are industry professionals with substantive business and management experience.

Crunch Fitness

Personal Trainer

Priest Lake, ID

$48/hr

Our team provides comprehensive training, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your business and maximize client retention. Essential Responsibilities

Crunch Fitness

Personal Trainer

Priest Lake, ID · On-site

$48/hr

Our team provides comprehensive training, ongoing support, and professional development opportunities to help you grow your business and maximize client retention. Essential Responsibilities

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How much do professional development trainer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional development trainer in Idaho is $75,857.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $93,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a professional development trainer?

A Professional Development Trainer is responsible for designing and delivering training programs to improve employees' skills, knowledge, and performance. They assess organizational needs, develop relevant content, and use various teaching methods to engage learners. Their goal is to enhance professional growth, increase efficiency, and align employee development with company objectives.

What are the typical responsibilities of a professional development trainer?

A Professional Development Trainer is typically responsible for designing, organizing, and facilitating employee workshops, seminars, and e-learning sessions to help staff improve skills and stay current with industry standards. On any given day, trainers may collaborate with department heads to identify training needs, develop educational materials, and evaluate the effectiveness of delivered programs through assessments and feedback. They also frequently update training content, track participation, and coach individuals or small groups to address specific learning objectives. This role involves ongoing communication with both learners and leadership to ensure that training initiatives align with organizational goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional development trainer?

To thrive as a Professional Development Trainer, you need a solid background in instructional design, adult learning theories, and experience delivering training, usually supported by a degree in education, human resources, or a related field. Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), virtual meeting platforms, and industry-recognized certifications such as CPLP (Certified Professional in Learning and Performance) is often valuable. Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills help trainers engage diverse audiences and adapt material to various learning styles. These abilities are crucial to create impactful training programs that foster employee growth and organizational success.

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Infographic showing various Professional Development Trainer job openings in Idaho as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,857 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

Nursing Professional Development Specialist - Critical Care

Kootenai Health

Coeur D Alene, ID • On-site

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Life

Re-posted 6 days ago

Kootenai Health rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

426th of 1,061 rated hospitals

Job description

Nursing Professional Development Specialist
*The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist is a registered nurse who serves as a learning facilitator, change agent, and role development partner. This role supports nursing practice and patient outcomes through evidence-based education, professional development, and collaboration with clinical teams and leadership. This NPD Specialist will primarily support the Critical Care service line. *
Position Summary
The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist is a registered nurse who serves as a learning facilitator, change agent, and role development partner. This role supports nursing practice and patient outcomes through evidence-based education, professional development, and collaboration with clinical teams and leadership.
Responsibilities
• Assesses learning needs using data, performance trends, and staff feedback
• Designs and delivers education aligned with clinical priorities, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Facilitates learning through classroom, simulation, bedside, and digital formats
• Supports staff onboarding, orientation, and role transition
• Coaches and mentors staff to foster professional growth and clinical excellence
• Evaluates the effectiveness of educational activities
• Collaborates with leaders and interdisciplinary teams to support change, safety, and quality initiatives
• Demonstrates accountability for maintaining professional competency and advancing NPD practice
• Promotes a culture of inquiry, innovation, and lifelong learning
• Serves in specialized focus areas such as simulation, ambulatory care, clinical education, interdisciplinary certifications, and/or nurse planner while remaining flexible to support the broader NPD team as needed
• Completes mandatory training requirements
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned
Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
• State of Idaho Registered Nurse OR licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multistate privilege to practice" compact with Idaho prior to start date
• Graduate degree in nursing or related field preferred
• BSN required
• Minimum 3 years direct patient care experience preferred
• Previous experience in designing, developing, conducting and evaluating training programs for adult learners preferred
• Nursing Professional Development certification (NPD-BC) preferred
• BLS required
Working Conditions
• Must be able to lift or move up to 35 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch, or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
• Must be able to assist in patient transfer
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
About Kootenai Health
Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:
  • Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
  • Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
  • Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
  • Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%-6%
  • Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
  • Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
  • PerkSpot discounts providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
  • And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!
Apply today!
Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
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