Staff Development Nurse ( RN )

Sign-on bonus: $15,000

Pay

Negotiable

Schedule

• Full-time
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Occasional on-call rotation

About the role

The Staff Development Nurse (RN) is responsible for the planning, coordination, and implementation of educational programs for nursing staff within a long-term care/skilled nursing facility. This role ensures staff competency, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care. The Staff Development Nurse plays a critical role in onboarding, ongoing training, and performance improvement initiatives while supporting a culture of clinical excellence. Additionally, this role assists with scheduling for CNAs and nursing staff to ensure appropriate coverage, operational efficiency, and continuity of quality resident care.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement ongoing educational programs for nursing and support staff
• Conduct new employee orientation and onboarding
• Evaluate staff competencies and coordinate in-service training
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility standards
• Support infection control and quality assurance programs
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to nursing staff

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alabama
• At least three years of nursing experience
• Experience in long-term care or geriatric population preferred
• Experience as a Staff Development Nurse is highly preferred
• Clerical ability to read reports and utilize data accurately
• Skill in organizing and planning programs and managing personnel
• Ability to plan and direct the department, coordinating with other departments

Benefits

• Competitive wages for Registered Nurse (RN)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield health and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match