Staff Development Coordinator

Job Summary

Woburn Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a Staff Development Coordinator to oversee and coordinate educational programs, orientation, training, and competency development for facility staff.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in the annual facility assessment to determine staff knowledge and skills.
• Identify and prioritize educational needs through a comprehensive assessment.
• Collaborate with the Compliance Officer, Administrator, Director of Nursing, and department leaders to develop an annual training plan.
• Develop and maintain educational calendars based on identified facility and regulatory requirements.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and oversee orientation programs for new personnel.
• Develop, schedule, and coordinate refresher training and ongoing education for all personnel.
• Track attendance and completion of required training to ensure compliance.
• Review educational content regularly to ensure it reflects current standards of practice, regulations, and facility policies.
• Develop or revise training materials as needed and utilize qualified outside resources when appropriate.
• Collaborate with department managers to establish and evaluate staff competencies required to meet residents' needs.
• Aid in evaluating employee competencies based on knowledge, technical skills, and behavioral requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs in collaboration with facility leadership.
• Schedule training sessions with flexibility to minimize disruption to resident care and maximize staff participation.
• Maintain accurate training records, attendance records, educational materials, speaker qualifications, and individual employee training files.
• Provide opportunities for staff to obtain continuing education credits required for maintaining certifications and licensure.
• Maintain documentation related to continuing education and employee competencies.
• Aid in developing and managing the education budget and communicate resource or equipment needs to the Administrator.
• Aid in developing the Nurse Aide Training Curriculum, when applicable, and submit required materials to the appropriate state agency.
• Participate in facility, departmental, and committee meetings as required.

Compliance & Resident Safety

• Treat all residents with dignity and respect while promoting and protecting their rights.
• Maintain compliance with all facility policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information in verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Follow infection control, safety, and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, misappropriation of property, or mistreatment of residents immediately according to facility policy.
• Report noncompliance, confidentiality breaches, retaliation, and discrimination to the appropriate personnel.
• Participate in emergency preparedness, life-safety drills, and required emergency training.
• Report work-related injuries, illnesses, and occupational exposures according to facility policy.
• Complete all required training and competency evaluations as a condition of employment.
• Remain current on professional standards, regulations, laws, and best practices through continuing education, professional development, seminars, and relevant publications.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in staff development, employee education, nursing education, healthcare training, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care environment preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to develop, coordinate, and maintain multiple training programs and schedules.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, staff competencies, and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with leadership, department managers, and employees.
• Professional, dependable, and committed to resident safety and quality care.

Benefit Package

• Competitive Wages + Shift Differentials
• Weekly Pay!
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees
• 401(k)
• On-Site Employee Education and a Supportive Work Environment