Staff Development Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Center of Hilton Head•Hilton Head Island, SC

About The Position

The RN Staff Development Coordinator plans, organizes, develops, and directs in-service education in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The position coordinates staff training, education, in-service programs, and orientation, and maintains associate training and in-service records. The coordinator also supports patient care and safety, contributes to an interdisciplinary team, and maintains professional relationships and confidentiality.

Requirements

Nursing diploma, associate’s degree in nursing, or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Currently licensed or registered in the applicable state; must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Ability and desire to effectively train and educate nursing associates and other associates as applicable.
Expert knowledge in the field of practice.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices, procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.

Nice To Haves

One year of skilled nursing experience preferred.
Teaching or education experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, direct, conduct, evaluate, and coordinate staff training, education, in-service programs, and orientation.
Maintain associate training and in-service records.
Provide effective training and education to nursing associates and other associates as applicable.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform competently in areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures, and complete mandatory compliance training.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Maintain dependable, regular attendance.
Use reasoning skills and good judgment, and communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.