Staff Development Nurse ( RN )

NHS Management, LLC; Cordova (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation – Pay Based …

Full-Time, Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; on

Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, with

PTO & Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company

Job summary

Cordova Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a Staff Development Nurse (RN) to lead educational initiatives for our nursing and support teams. You will coordinate onboarding, develop ongoing training, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting resident-focused care.

The role emphasizes staff competency, quality initiatives, and mentorship, with scheduling support to CNAs and nursing staff to maintain coverage and continuity of care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Alabama (valid).
• Experience in long-term care or geriatrics strongly preferred.
• Minimum of three years nursing experience.
• Clerical ability to read reports and use data.
• Ability to plan and direct the department, coordinating with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement ongoing educational programs for nursing and support staff.
• Conduct new employee orientation and onboarding.
• Evaluate staff competencies and coordinate in-service training.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility standards.
• Support infection control and quality assurance programs.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Long-term care experience

3+ years nursing experience

Clerical ability

Program planning

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

RN License - Alabama

Job description

• Comprehensive Benefits – Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

JOB DETAILS

Cordova Health and Rehabilitation, we’re more than a workplace! We’re a team that values compassion, teamwork, and exceptional care!

The Perks Of Joining Our Team

• Competitive Compensation – Pay Based on Experience
• Full-Time Opportunity – Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with Occasional On-Call Responsibilities
• Comprehensive Benefits – Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Time to Recharge – Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Position Summary: Staff Development Nurse ( RN )

The Staff Development Nurse (RN) is responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of educational programs for nursing staff within a long-term care/skilled nursing facility. This role ensures staff competency, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care. The Staff Development Nurse plays a critical role in onboarding, ongoing training, and performance improvement initiatives while supporting a culture of clinical excellence, while also assisting with scheduling for CNAs and nursing staff to ensure appropriate coverage, operational efficiency, and continuity of quality resident care.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement ongoing educational programs for nursing and support staff
• Conduct new employee orientation and onboarding
• Evaluate staff competencies and coordinate in-service training
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility standards
• Support infection control and quality assurance programs
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse in Alabama
• Experience in the long term care or working with the geriatric population as a Staff Development Nurse is highly preferred.
• Must have at least three years nursing experience
• Clerical ability is necessary to read reports and utilize data accurately for other purposes.
• Skill in organizing and planning programs and managing personnel to provide nursing service for residents.
• Ability to plan and direct the department, coordinating with other departments.

Benefits

• Competitive wages for Registered Nurse (RN)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

If you’re a nurse who loves long-term care, values strong benefits and growth opportunities, and prefers a close-knit environment. This is the opportunity for you!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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