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Crunch Fitness

Personal Trainer

Cape Charles, VA · On-site

$35K - $70K/yr

Flexible schedule * Training & development TRAINER Would you like to join one of the fastest ... Our 'No Judgments' philosophy attracts a diverse and welcoming group of professionals and makes ...

Crunch Fitness

Personal Trainer

Cape Charles, VA · On-site

$25 - $50/hr

Training & development TRAINER Would you like to join one of the fastest growing fitness franchises ... Our 'No Judgments' philosophy attracts a diverse and welcoming group of professionals and makes ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional development trainer in Virginia is $79,930.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $98,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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.

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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.

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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 Virginia as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,930 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

Nursing Professional Development - Generalist

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

Sentara Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees
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$10K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Sentara Health rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

City/State
Virginia Beach, VA
Work Shift
Rotating
Overview:
Sentara Health is hiring a Full-Time Day shift
Nursing Professional Development Generalist
This position will support IMCU, ICU and other clinical departments
This is a 40-hour per week position
The Nurse Professional Development Generalist assumes operational responsibility for the development and implementation of staff education within designated population(s). Functions as a learning facilitator supporting orientation, practice transitions, and continuing education. Provides foundational education competency/skills validation to successfully move nurses from novice to beginner/competent practitioners. Accountable for defined aspects of staff development, continuing education and professional development of nursing staff to improve quality, safety, and patient outcomes. Supports system and hospital performance improvement and evidence-based practice projects and initiatives.
Education
  • BSN

Certification/Licensure
  • A valid RN license in the state(s) of practice is required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.
  • Advanced or specialized life support certifications required upon hire as defined by specific specialty. Critical Care/IMCU ACLS , Emergency Care ACLS & PALS, Women's Care - Perinatal departments NRP, Inpatient Pediatrics PALS.

Experience
  • 5 years of Critical Care RN experience.
  • Classroom instruction or leadership experience is preferred.

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Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital is a 174-bed acute care hospital that provides quality clinical outcomes, experienced physicians, advanced technology, and a patient-centered approach to care in southern Virginia Beach, as well as neighboring Chesapeake and Northeastern North Carolina communities.
As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine care, heart, vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological, comprehensive breast care services, and family maternity with a state-of-the-art neonatal intensive care unit. Our facility also is home to Virginia's only Ornish Lifestyle Medicine program.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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