Director of Clinical Education (RN)

About the role

Join Diversicare as a Director of Clinical Education and be at the forefront of assessing department needs, providing critical training, and ensuring our team is fully prepared to deliver top-quality patient care. This role offers a leadership opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a compassion-driven culture that values trust, respect, customer focus, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assesses department needs for training and responds accordingly.
• Orients new staff members and provides ongoing training for employees.
• Schedules training programs and in-services for all employees.
• Lectures and demonstrates procedures using motion pictures, DVDs, and charts; uses outside consultants/speakers when possible.
• Observes employees in practical application of procedures and provides one-to-one training as needed.
• Supervises use of company-provided online education and monitors compliance.
• Schedules facility tours and addresses by administrative staff to acquaint new personnel with the overall operation and interrelationships of the facility.
• Develops recruitment strategies for all positions.
• Assists with selection of open positions.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of orientation and in-service training for all employees.
• Follows through with new employees at regular intervals to determine need for additional training and support.
• Communicates department needs to Administrator and coordinates services within department need, scheduling, and budget.
• Provides input to Administrator regarding budget needs.
• Coordinates employee service awards and recognition programs.
• Monitors safe working practices; provides education and coordinates with Safety Committee for corrective/preventive actions.
• Maintains effective communication with residents, families, and facility staff.
• Communicates with and educates staff on any new procedures.
• Assists with development of procedures using job analysis techniques.
• Assists with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program as needed.
• Stays current in standard practices through communication with Health Department, C.D.C., etc.
• Ensures orientation to Electronic Medical Records system with periodic review for understanding of proper documentation.

Qualifications

• Current licensure by State Board of Nursing or certified/licensed Risk Manager with at least two years of long-term care experience.
• Demonstrated success in activities dealing with the communication of technical ideas and concepts.
• Teaching/instructional experience preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Excellent tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick time.
• Long-term and short-term disability coverage.

About Us

Diversicare is a passionate community dedicated to caregiving excellence. We are proudly agency-free, fostering trust, respect, and collaboration among team members. Our mission is to "Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations." We are guided by five core values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork, and Stewardship, as well as 12 Service Standards.