RN Educator — Long-Term Care Training & Growth Coach

Ellicott Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth and training"

Supportive and collaborative work环境

Job summary

Ellicott Center in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse Educator to lead staff development, orientation, and ongoing education to ensure best practices and high-quality resident care. You will coach staff, coordinate infection control and OSHA protocols, support performance improvement, and collaborate with leadership on education initiatives while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

This role reports to the Director of Nursing and offers a supportive team environment with

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Nurse Educator experience in long-term care.
• Current New York State RN license.
• CPR certification required (trainer preferred).
• Experience with infection control, safety, and emergency preparedness.
• Commitment to discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff development programs on safety, infection control, and regulatory topics.
• Coach, counsel, and support staff performance; may participate in disciplinary processes.
• Maintain professional knowledge through workshops, publications, and networking.
• Document educational activity, attendance, and outcomes.
• Participate in QAPI meetings and initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership to plan, coordinate, and implement staff education.
• Assist with data collection for staff assessments and evaluations.
• Maintain effective relationships with employees, leadership, and external partners.
• Oversee employee health initiatives including TB testing, Hepatitis B vaccines, OSHA reporting, and return-to-work coordination.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Nurse Educator (LTC)

Coaching & staff development

Infection control procedures

OSHA safety procedures

Staff training & performance coaching

CPR certification

Strong communication

Job description

Ellicott Center in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Registered Nurse Educator to lead staff development, orientation, and ongoing education to ensure best practices and high-quality resident care. You will coach staff, coordinate infection control and OSHA protocols, support performance improvement, and collaborate with leadership on education initiatives while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

This role reports to the Director of Nursing and offers a supportive team environment with