Nurse Staff Development Coordinator

About the role

Acacia Health Center in beautiful Northeast Phoenix/Scottsdale is hiring a Nurse Educator/Staff Development Coordinator to join our team. We're part of the prestigious Sagewood Senior Living Community, a CMS 5-Star Rated Facility. Position located at Acacia Health Center at Sagewood, 4555 E. Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, direct, conduct, evaluate, coordinate staff training, education, in‑service, and orientation.
• Train and educate the nursing staff.
• Maintain knowledge of practices, procedures, and 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.
• Plan the annual and monthly training program calendar in collaboration with the Director of Nursing.
• Work with the Director of Nursing and Infection Preventionist to identify areas for educational opportunities and develop in‑services based on the community's educational needs.
• Maintain appropriate training records and program materials as required by federal and state regulations.
• Conduct department‑specific orientation for Health Center nursing staff, including completion of the clinical skills checklist.
• Monitor outcomes of employee training sessions regarding skills taught and session evaluations.
• Serve on the QAPI & Risk Committees, submit reports, and participate in other committees as assigned.
• Coordinate activities of students engaged in learning programs within the facility from various learning institutions.
• Following and investigating incidents, generate reports, and report them to the Director of Nursing.
• Participate in Nursing Administration on‑call rotation.

Requirements

• Current Arizona RN license required.
• Two years of training and development experience required.
• Two years of long‑term care experience required.
• Wound certification preferred.
• Infection prevention and control certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Basic mathematical skills required.
• Ability to understand, follow, and support established policies and procedures; recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately; plan, organize, and prioritize assignments efficiently; work effectively with minimum supervision; adapt teaching to the situation and diversity of learners.
• Current CPR certification.
• Computer literacy needed.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership and teaching skills required.
• Understanding and empathy of the uniqueness of the needs of the elderly required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• PTO (16 days + 6 holidays + 1 personal day)
• 401K + 401K match
• Scholarship and Tuition Reimbursement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• $4 Daily Lunch Specials
• Daily Pay Options
• Comprehensive orientation with ongoing support and professional development
• Awesome work environments and teams!

Pay

Starting Pay Range: $95,000+

Schedule

Monday‑Friday, 8a‑5p