Staff Development Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Development Coordinator

Premier Healthcare at Harrington House

Walpole, MA

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Staff Development Coordinator to join our team at Premier Healthcare at Harrington House in Walpole, MA. As a key member of our staff, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs to ensure our nursing team is equipped to provide high-quality care to our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the completion of the facility assessment to identify educational needs among staff
• Develop and implement a training plan to address regulatory requirements and facility needs
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and oversee orientation programs for all personnel
• Develop and schedule refresher training as needed
• Track attendance and completion of training to ensure all required training is received
• Review educational content to ensure it reflects current standards of practice and facility policies and procedures

Additional Responsibilities:

• Identify and prioritize facility educational needs through the completion of an educational needs assessment
• Work closely with the facility's Compliance Officer and other leaders to develop a training plan
• Collaborate with department managers to develop competencies required for meeting residents' needs
• Cooperate with the Administrator during routine evaluation of the training program's effectiveness
• Maintain all training records, reports, instructional materials, and speaker qualifications related to each educational program

Requirements:

• Minimum requirements include a nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/RN program
• Two years of experience as an LPN/RN
• Eligible to participate in federally funded health care programs
• Must meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license
• Extensive knowledge of current standards of practice and the rules, regulations, and laws related to the long-term care industry
• Ability to teach this knowledge to others

Personal Skills and Traits Desired:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
• Patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff
• Ability to relay information concerning a resident's condition
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace

Benefits:

• Competitive wages + generous shift differential
• 6 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long- & short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• 401(k)

Apply today to lead a skilled nursing team and provide compassionate care in a supportive environment! Staff Development Coordinator is an Equal Opportunity Employer.