RN Staff Development Coordinator

ScionHealth•Hollywood, FL

About The Position

At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best — provide compassionate, high-quality patient care. We are committed to fostering a culture of service excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Our employees are supported, valued, and given opportunities to grow while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Job Summary The Staff Development Coordinator – RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the educational needs of nursing and clinical staff within the Skilled Acute Unit (SAU). This role leads orientation, in-service education, and ongoing staff development programs to promote clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care. The Coordinator collaborates with department leaders to ensure staff competencies align with current standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals while fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and clinical education methodologies.
Understanding of state and federal healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Ability to assess learning needs, develop educational materials, and evaluate program effectiveness.
Strong collaboration and leadership skills with the ability to influence across departments.
Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
Postsecondary education from an accredited school of nursing. (Required)
Registered Nurse (RN) – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of practice. (Required upon hire)
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Instructor certification. (Required upon hire or within facility-specified timeframe)
Three (3) or more years of nursing experience. (Required)
Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment. (Required)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN). (Preferred)
One (1) or more years of experience as an instructor or educator. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains an annual education plan addressing the learning needs of nursing and ancillary staff.
Coordinates and conducts new employee orientation and mandatory training programs.
Provides in-service education focused on clinical skills, patient safety, infection control, and policy compliance.
Supports competency validation and continuing education for nursing staff.
Maintains accurate records of staff training, licensure, certifications, and regulatory requirements.
Collaborates with nursing leadership to identify performance gaps and implement improvement strategies.
Promotes a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the unit.
Serves as a clinical resource by maintaining current knowledge of best practices and regulatory standards.
Assists with audits, survey readiness, and performance improvement initiatives.
Participates in interdisciplinary committees related to staff education and quality of care.
Performs other duties as assigned.