RN Clinical Educator

Diversicare of Tupelo, LLC • Tupelo, MS

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About The Position

Diversicare is seeking a Clinical Educator to assess department training needs and prepare staff to provide quality patient care. The role includes orienting and training employees, organizing education programs, overseeing online education compliance, supporting recruitment and selection, and maintaining training documentation. The educator also coordinates with the Administrator on departmental needs and budget, promotes safe work practices, supports employee recognition, and helps maintain effective communication among residents, families, and facility staff. The position contributes to procedure development and quality improvement and helps ensure staff understand proper Electronic Medical Records documentation.

Diversicare describes its culture as compassionate and focused on caregiving excellence, guided by the values of Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork, and Stewardship. The posting highlights opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Current licensure by a State Board of Nursing, or certification or licensure as a Risk Manager.
• At least two years of long-term care experience for candidates qualifying through the Risk Manager pathway, as stated in the posting.
• Demonstrated success communicating technical ideas and concepts.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching or instructional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess department training needs and respond accordingly.
• Orient new staff and provide ongoing employee training.
• Schedule training programs and in-services for employees.
• Lecture and demonstrate procedures using motion pictures, DVDs, and charts; engage outside consultants or speakers when possible.
• Observe employees applying procedures and provide one-to-one training as needed.
• Supervise use of company-provided online education and monitor compliance.
• Schedule facility tours and presentations by administrative staff to acquaint new personnel with facility operations and interrelationships.
• Develop recruitment strategies for all positions.
• Assist with selecting candidates for open positions.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of employee orientation and in-service training.
• Follow up with new employees at regular intervals to identify additional training and support needs.
• Communicate department needs to the Administrator and coordinate services in relation to department needs, scheduling, and budget.
• Provide input to the Administrator regarding budget needs.
• Coordinate employee service awards and recognition programs.
• Monitor safe working practices, provide education, and coordinate with the Safety Committee on corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families, and facility staff.
• Communicate and educate staff about new procedures.
• Assist with procedure development using job analysis techniques.
• Assist with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program as needed.
• Stay current in standard practices through communication with the Health Department, CDC, and others.
• Ensure staff orientation to the Electronic Medical Records system and periodically review understanding of proper documentation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Long- and short-term disability coverage.
• Additional benefits are mentioned but not specified.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed