Staff Development Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Center of Hendersonville•Hendersonville, NC

19h

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 coordinator plans, develops, directs, conducts, evaluates, and coordinates staff training, education, in-service programs, and orientation, and maintains associate training and in-service records. The role also supports patient service and safety, assists with patient evacuation, and works productively with an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Nursing diploma or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Current RN license or registration in the applicable state, maintained in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and maintained as current throughout employment.
Desire and ability 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 concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

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

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 duties in applicable competency 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 required compliance training.
Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.