Clinical Nurse Leader/Staff Educator (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

The Converse Home, a nonprofit assisted living community in the heart of Burlington, Vermont, is seeking an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Leader / Staff Educator (RN) to join our nursing team.

If you are a clinically skilled RN who enjoys mentoring staff, leading education, and improving quality of care, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Working alongside the Director of Nursing, you will help develop a confident, compassionate nursing team while supporting clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the onboarding, orientation, and development of ongoing education of nurses, LNAs, Resident Care Assistants (RCAs), and Med Passers. Including monthly in-service training and biannual nursing skills fairs.
• Serve as a clinical mentor and resource for nursing staff, providing coaching, support, and hands-on education.
• Conduct medication administration competency evaluations and clinical skills check-offs.
• Ensure nursing documentation, medication records, and clinical practices remain survey-ready and compliant with Vermont assisted living regulations.
• Audit clinical documentation, MARs, TARs, and resident records while providing constructive feedback and education.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing to enhance resident care, service planning, and clinical quality.
• Support resident assessments, care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule and help provide clinical leadership across all shifts.

Qualifications:

• Current Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience in assisted living, long-term care, memory care, or a similar healthcare setting.
• Experience in staff education, mentoring, nursing leadership, or clinical supervision preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Vermont assisted living regulations and survey readiness.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) and electronic medication administration systems.
• A collaborative leader who enjoys teaching, coaching, and helping others succeed.

  What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time

Join Our Team!

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you! 

To learn more about The Converse Home and apply online, visit Or send your letter of interest and resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com

The Converse Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.