Staff Development Coordinator

About the role

Premier Healthcare at Harrington House in Walpole, MA is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Staff Development Coordinator to join our team. As a key member of our staff, you will develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs designed to ensure our nursing team has the knowledge and skills needed to provide high-quality care to our residents.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the completion of the facility assessment to identify educational needs among staff
• Develop and implement training plans addressing regulatory requirements and facility needs
• Plan, schedule, conduct, and oversee orientation programs for all personnel
• Develop and schedule refresher training as needed
• Track attendance and training completion to ensure all required education is received
• Review educational content to ensure it reflects current standards of practice and facility policies and procedures
• Identify and prioritize educational needs through comprehensive needs assessments
• Work closely with the Compliance Officer and other facility leaders to develop effective training plans
• Collaborate with department managers to develop competencies required to meet residents' needs
• Cooperate with the Administrator to routinely evaluate the effectiveness of the training program
• Maintain training records, reports, instructional materials, and speaker qualifications associated with each educational program

Qualifications

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or graduation from an approved LPN/RN program
• Minimum of two years of experience as an LPN or RN
• Eligible to participate in federally funded health care programs
• Must meet state requirements for applicable licensure or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against a professional license
• Extensive knowledge of current standards of practice and rules, regulations, and laws related to the long-term care industry
• Ability to effectively teach and communicate this knowledge to others
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to serve as a positive example to others
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Ability to communicate and interact tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public
• Patience, tact, and willingness to work effectively with residents, families, and staff in challenging situations
• Ability to appropriately communicate information concerning a resident's condition
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace

Benefits

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus and a comprehensive benefits package are available to eligible employees. At Premier Healthcare at Harrington House, we are committed to creating a supportive work environment where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. This position offers the opportunity to lead staff education initiatives, support professional development, and contribute to high-quality resident care.

Pay

$45 - $55 HOURLY