Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Prevention

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Development Coordinator - Large Senior Living Community

We are excited to invite a talented Staff Development Coordinator to become part of our team at a large senior living community located in Grand Junction, CO. Join a group of dedicated, intelligent, and compassionate professionals committed to enhancing the lives of our seniors and ensuring they enjoy the lifestyle they deserve.

What We Provide

• Attractive salary range: $42 - $52 per hour, based on experience
• Sign-on bonus between $10,000 and $15,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a generous Paid Time Off program, holidays, 401k, and more!
• A growing organization with numerous opportunities for career advancement
• Company-sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, and various learning opportunities

About Us

“Our ultimate aim is to excel in all our endeavors and to provide a stellar life for our residents, their families, and our employees.” - Evrett Benton, CEO

If you seek a workplace that values its people, your search ends here!

We are a leading provider of assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services in the Western United States. Established in 2012, we have consistently expanded by adding new senior living communities to our portfolio each year. We are on the lookout for exceptional talent to join us on this exciting journey.

Mantey Heights stands out as one of our most vibrant senior living communities, offering residents an active environment filled with fun, family, and opportunities to engage.

Position Overview

The Staff Development Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing orientation and ongoing education for facility staff. This role also encompasses responsibilities as the Infection Prevention/Control Coordinator, focusing on designing systems and approving measures to prevent, control, and monitor infections among residents and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate learning needs and create in-service and continuing education programs based on quality assurance data to align with regulatory standards.
• Develop, implement, communicate, and assess an annual training plan.
• Create specific teaching plans and programs to address training requirements for all roles regularly.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to ensure that quality care meets the highest standards and that all facility policies and procedures are adhered to by every staff member.
• This position requires on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing is preferred but not mandatory. Background or training in infection control is also preferred.
• A current CPR certification is desirable.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

In our commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all employees, residents, families, and visitors, we strongly encourage our staff to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, along with any recommended booster doses from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To support this initiative, we occasionally organize onsite vaccination clinics at our locations. However, being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 is not a condition of employment.

The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from requesting age-related information from prospective employees. Therefore, applicants from Colorado are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, educational dates, or any other age-related details. Additionally, Colorado applicants may choose to redact age-related information from their application materials, including resumes or educational transcripts.