Staff Development Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)

Life Care Centers of America; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Great benefits

Job summary

Life Care Center of Plainwell is seeking an RN Staff Development Coordinator to plan, organize, develop and direct all in-service education in accordance with Life Care standards and applicable laws. The role includes training nursing associates and maintaining records, with a $10,000 sign-on bonus and competitive benefits.

The ideal candidate holds a nursing diploma and an active RN license, with teaching experience preferred and CPR certification, to lead staff education and ensure

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or higher from an accredited program.
• Active RN license in good standing in applicable state.
• CPR certification upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, direct, conduct, evaluate, and coordinate staff training, education, in service, and orientation.
• Maintain associate training and in service records.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.

Education

Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)

Job description

Live the Mission

This is a great opportunity for an RN who loves encouraging, leading and training staff to grow in their skills and knowledge. This position would also include the Restorative Nurse responsibilities. We are offering great pay and benefits with a $10,000 sign on bonus.

Life Care Center of Plainwell is conveniently located off of US 131 just north of Kalamazoo and a short commute south of Grand Rapids.

Position Summary

The RN Staff Development Coordinator plans, organizes, develops, and directs all in service education in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred
• Teaching/education experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Desire and ability to effectively train and educate all nursing associates and other associates as applicable
• Expert knowledge in field of practice
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Plan, develop, direct, conduct, evaluate, and coordinate staff training, education, in service, and orientation
• Maintain associate training and in service records
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer