Staff Development Nurse RN

The Providence Groups, LLC; Paducah, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Providence Pointe Healthcare in Paducah, KY is seeking an experienced Staff Development Coordinator, RN to lead nursing education, competency development, and ongoing training for our clinical team.

The role focuses on ensuring nursing assistants and clinical staff have the knowledge and support to deliver exceptional resident care while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and facility standards.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered RN license in Kentucky.
• Minimum 2 years experience in staff development, nursing education, or related clinical leadership.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing assistant education, competency requirements, infection prevention, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Strong teaching, communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate education and compliance records.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged standing/walking and assisting with lifting, up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing education, orientation, in-services, and competency programs.
• Develop an annual education plan and maintain a monthly training calendar based on staff, resident, and regulatory needs.
• Provide classroom and clinical instruction to nursing assistants and other clinical staff as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate training, attendance, certification, competency, and continuing education records.
• Monitor nursing assistant performance and provide education or retraining when opportunities are identified.
• Ensure the nursing assistant education program remains compliant with applicable state and federal requirements.
• Provide ongoing education related to infection prevention, resident rights, safety, clinical standards, and facility policies.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing and Administrator to identify training needs and support staff development.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement initiatives and survey readiness activities.
• Promote a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning.

Skills

Staff development

Nursing education

Teaching

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Record keeping

Infection prevention

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky

Job description

Description

Staff Development Coordinator, RN

Providence Pointe Healthcare | Paducah, KY
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

Providence Pointe Healthcare is seeking an experienced and engaging Staff Development Coordinator, RN to lead nursing education, competency development, and ongoing training for our clinical team.

This position plays an important role in ensuring our nursing assistants and clinical staff have the knowledge, skills, and support needed to provide exceptional resident care while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and facility standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing education, orientation, in-services, and competency programs.
• Develop an annual education plan and maintain a monthly training calendar based on staff, resident, and regulatory needs.
• Provide classroom and clinical instruction to nursing assistants and other clinical staff as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate training, attendance, certification, competency, and continuing education records.
• Monitor nursing assistant performance and provide education or retraining when opportunities are identified.
• Ensure the nursing assistant education program remains compliant with applicable state and federal requirements.
• Provide ongoing education related to infection prevention, resident rights, safety, clinical standards, and facility policies.
• Partner with the Director of Nursing and Administrator to identify training needs and support staff development.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement initiatives and survey readiness activities.
• Promote a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, and continuous learning.

Why Join Our Team

Providence Pointe has served Western Kentucky for more than 40 years and has earned significant recognition for quality care, including:

• 2025 AHCA/NCAL Bronze - Commitment to Quality Award
• AHCA Quality Initiative Tier One Recognition for reducing hospital readmissions
• Paducah Sun Readers' Choice - Best Nursing Home/Rehabilitation Center for seven consecutive years
• Deficiency-Free Perfect Survey recognition from the Kentucky Office of Inspector General
• History of 4- and 5-Star CMS recognition for long-term care and short-term rehabilitation

We also offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Requirements

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky.
• Minimum 2 years of staff development, nursing education, or related clinical leadership experience preferred.
• Long-term care or skilled nursing experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing assistant education, competency requirements, infection prevention, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Strong teaching, communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate education and compliance records.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged standing/walking and assisting with lifting, transferring, or moving up to 50 pounds as needed.