Staff Development Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Western Hills Health Care Center•Lakewood, CO

11h

About The Position

The RN Staff Development Coordinator plans, organizes, develops, directs, conducts, evaluates, and coordinates staff training, education, in-service programs, and orientation in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The coordinator maintains associate training and in-service records and helps ensure nursing and other applicable associates are effectively trained. The role requires professional collaboration, confidentiality, sound judgment, dependable attendance, and a positive approach to patient service.

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 RN license in good standing throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation, and maintained as current during employment.
Desire and ability to effectively train and educate nursing associates and other applicable associates.
Expert knowledge in the field of practice.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Knowledge of practices and procedures and of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Proficiency in competency areas including patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
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 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 for nursing associates and other associates as applicable.
Implement and interpret department programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Follow applicable laws, regulations, guidelines, and company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures.
Maintain professional working relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary and confidential information.
Adhere to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and complete required compliance training.
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
Assist in the evacuation of patients.
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.