Assistant Director of Nursing (Staff Educator)

Champion Care; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and holiday pay

Early wage access through Tapcheck

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Kenosha, Wisconsin, seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing Staff Educator to lead nursing staff education programs and advance clinical practice. This role supports the DON, develops training, and drives improvements in care quality.

You will design workshops, conduct needs assessments, and mentor staff while ensuring compliant documentation and reporting. A strong focus on teamwork and patient-centered care is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Wisconsin.
• 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in long-term care.
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) / Long-Term Care (LTC) required.
• Strong knowledge of infection control standards and nursing best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to develop and implement educational programs for nursing staff.
• Design and deliver training sessions, workshops, and in-service programs to improve nursing practice.
• Conduct needs assessments, evaluate program effectiveness, and update programs accordingly.
• Foster a positive learning environment with open communication and feedback.
• Assist the DON in managing day-to-day nursing department operations; supervise staff and provide clinical guidance.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation and reporting.
• Participate in clinical leadership on-call rotation.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and staff evaluations; provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Support disciplinary processes as needed; promote teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Provide education to staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Infection control

Coaching & mentoring

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license, Wisconsin

Job description

Assistant Director of Nursing Staff Educator

Job Summary

Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Kenosha, Wisconsin, is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Assistant Director of Nursing Staff Educator to join our team of compassionate healthcare professionals. As a proud member of our organization, we are committed to providing exceptional, resident-centered care in a warm and supportive environment. If you share our passion for delivering high-quality care and are eager to advance your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to develop and implement educational programs for nursing staff, addressing knowledge gaps and skills deficits
• Design and deliver comprehensive training sessions, workshops, and in-service programs to improve nursing practice and promote a culture of excellence
• Conduct needs assessments, evaluates program effectiveness, and recommends updates or modifications to ensure program relevance and impact
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting active participation, open communication, and constructive feedback
• Assist the DON in managing day-to-day nursing department operations
• Supervise nursing staff and provide clinical guidance and support
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation and reporting
• Participate in clinical leadership on-call rotation

• Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, and staff evaluations
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback
• Support disciplinary processes as needed
• Promote teamwork and a positive work environment
• provide education to staff

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Wisconsin
• 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in long-term care (required)
• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) / Long-Term Care (LTC) required
• Strong knowledge of infection control standards and nursing best practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

What We Offer

We believe in supporting the people who care for our residents every day. Our team environment is positive, respectful, and focused on quality care.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Early wage access through Tapcheck
• PTO and holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee referral program
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Year-round employee appreciation events
• And more

Our Mission

At Waters Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center, we are committed to providing care with:

• Dignity – Every resident and employee is treated with respect
• Kindness – We care for residents like family
• Individuality – Every resident has a unique story
• Excellence – We deliver the highest level of care every day

Waters Edge Health and Rehab is committed to providing the best for our employees. Benefits may vary based on employment status. Pay is based on years of experience. Please see facility for full details.

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.