Staff Development Coordinator Per Diem

National Health Care Associates; Portland (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem shifts

Competitive hourly rates

Job summary

National Health Care Associates invites applications for a Staff Development Coordinator. This per diem role designs, implements, and oversees training programs for our nursing team across long-term care facilities.

You will lead orientation, ongoing education, and ensure regulatory compliance while advancing care standards. The ideal candidate will hold a valid state nursing license, have leadership experience in LTC settings, and excel in mentoring staff, program evaluation, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing leadership and staff education.
• Ability to design and oversee training programs.
• Effective mentoring and coaching of staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver orientation and ongoing training programs.
• Assess training needs, develop curricula, and implement educational strategies.
• Collaborate with department heads to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and support to staff to enhance skills.
• Coordinate orientation of all new employees for regulatory compliance.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and maintain records of trainings and certifications.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care.

Education

Valid state nursing license

Advanced degree or certification preferred

Job description

A Great Place to Work :

Preferred Professional Services (PPS) is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates, a growing network of more than 40 short-term rehabilitation and long-term care centers that touch the lives of thousands of families throughout the Northeast.

We have per diem shifts available now in our Long-Term Care and Rehab Facilities!

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Agency Staff Development per Diem

What You’ll Do:

As the Staff Development Coordinator, you will design, implement, and oversee training programs for our team. Your expertise and guidance will empower our staff to provide high-quality care and achieve clinical program objectives aligned with our mission. Your leadership will contribute to the enhancement of our care standards, resident well-being and the professional growth of our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver orientation and ongoing training programs that ensure the delivery of exceptional care to our residents

• Assess training needs, develop curriculum, and implement educational strategies

• Collaborate with department heads to ensure training aligns with regulatory requirements and best practices

• Provide mentoring, coaching, and support to staff to enhance their skills and performance

• Coordinate orientation of all new employees to ensure a successful new-hire start and regulatory compliance

• Evaluate training effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements Maintain accurate records of training activities and staff certifications

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care

If you are passionate about driving excellence locally and transforming care across the long-term care industry, we invite you to join our team as a Staff Development Coordinator! Mentor and inspire a team of healthcare professionals in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

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What We Offer:

• All shifts available now including per diem & temp-to-hire!

• Competitive hourly rates and shift differentials

• Weekly Pay

• Comprehensive training and mentorship

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

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What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications of a Staff Development Coordinator include:

• Valid state nursing license

• Advanced degree or certification preferred

• Experience in a nursing leadership role in a Long-Term Care setting preferred

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in staff education and development

• Commitment to resident-centered care and excellence in healthcare delivery

• Inspirational leader with a focus on innovation and quality improvement

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care

• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both

• Excellent communication, instructional and presentation skills Strong clinical, interpersonal and organizational skills

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

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We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

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ID 2026-7443

Location/Org Data : Name Preferred Professional Services (PPS) Agency

Category Nursing

Position Type Per Diem

Location : Location US-CT-Portland