Staff Development Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN)
Life Care Centers of America · Richland, WA · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time
Position Summary
Seeking an RN Staff Development Coordinator (RN SDC) to work full‑time, day shift. This role manages new‑hire orientation and provides in‑service training for nursing staff across all shifts to ensure Life Care Centers of America’s standards and compliance are met. Occasional Nurse Manager on‑call rotation is also required. The RN SDC plans, organizes, develops, and directs all in‑service education in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
- Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing).
- Current licensure/registration in the applicable state; must maintain an active RN license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred.
- Teaching/education experience preferred.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
- Desire and ability to effectively train and educate all nursing associates and other applicable staff.
- Expert knowledge in the field of practice.
- Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Knowledge of practices, procedures, and the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing post‑acute care facilities.
- Implement and interpret the department’s programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas, including but not limited to patient rights, safety, and sanitation.
- Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Understand and follow company policies, including harassment and compliance procedures.
- Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory compliance training.
Essential Functions
- Plan, develop, direct, conduct, evaluate, and coordinate staff training, education, in‑service, and orientation.
- Maintain associate training and in‑service records.
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
- Assist in the evacuation of patients.
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
- Perform physical tasks such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, walking, reaching, and moving intermittently during working hours.
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Schedule
Full‑time, day shift with occasional Nurse Manager on‑call rotation.