Clinical Leadership Trainer - Travel

St. Croix Hospice; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice seeks a Clinical Leadership Trainer to develop and maintain a comprehensive training program for clinical leaders. The role travels to branch locations and works with leaders to ensure all training needs are met, supporting Iowa, Indiana, and Illinois.

The position requires RN licensure, nursing degree, and strong coaching and regulatory knowledge to drive leadership development and compliance.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active RN license in applicable state(s).
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Associate degree required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Travel to branch locations to train clinical leaders.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the clinical leadership training program.
• Meet weekly with new clinical leaders to assess progress.
• Collaborate with regional leadership on performance improvements.
• Ensure training aligns with CHAP and Medicare requirements.

Skills

Training plan development

Performance coaching

Verbal & written communication

Regulatory compliance

EHR proficiency

Education

RN license (state(s) of practice)

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Clinical Leadership Trainer is responsible for ensuring appropriate training has been done with all clinical leaders within the organization. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive training program for all clinical leaders. The Clinical Leadership Trainer will travel to branch locations and work individually with clinical leaders to ensure all training needs have been met. This position will support the states of Iowa, Indiana, and Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Works with the senior leadership team to develop an effective training and development plan for clinical leaders.
• Maintains and updates the clinical leadership training plan as necessary.
• Maintains a thorough understanding of clinical leadership roles.
• Keeps abreast of organizational and regulatory changes to ensure all clinical leaders are thoroughly trained and compliant.
• Collaborates with other departments in the organization to ensure the clinical leaders have a thorough understanding of all departmental functions.
• Works onsite with regional clinical leadership as determined necessary to ensure the clinical leader is sufficiently equipped and demonstrates a thorough understanding of organizational, regulatory, and management requirements prior to leading and managing independently.
• Meets with all new clinical leaders (at a cadence of weekly, minimum-remote) to determine progress and provide training.
• Is available to offer assistance or additional training as needed for clinical leaders who require performance improvement.
• Collaborates with regional leadership on any performance improvement needs for clinical leaders.

Qualifications

• Must have current Registered Nurse (RN) license in state(s) of practice. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Associate degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least three years of hospice experience required.
• At least three years of clinical staff leadership experience including training and development required.
• Ability to pass DHS background study. If Driving: Valid State Driver's License, automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to evaluate staff and create individual development plans required.
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, and basic math skills required.
• Has a thorough understanding of all CHAP and Medicare requirements for hospice.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize, while managing competing priorities, required.
• Ability to effectively comprehend and utilize an electronic health record required.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and concisely document training plans within established timeframes.
• Ability to demonstrate ongoing competence in nursing skills per St. Croix Hospice competency checklist required.
• Self-directing with the ability to exercise independent judgment and work with little direct supervision.
• Proficient in the English language. Able to read, speak, and write English in a clear and concise manner required.
• Understands hospice philosophy, secure with issues of death/dying. Comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
• Displays empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impaired.
• Provides a calm demeanor when communicating with patients and caregivers.