The Staff Development Coordinator (SDC) is responsible for providing new hire orientation, annual follow up training, and education in-service programs as needed for all staff.

The SDC plans, organizes, implements, and coordinates the healthcare center’s nursing staff education programs. The SDC evaluates the educational needs of the healthcare center to ensure on-going continuing education and adherence to applicable required in-services.

The SDC identifies, assesses, and implements in-service programs as needed regarding the satisfactory performance of clinical skills and knowledge.

Plans, implements, directs, and coordinates the orientation program for all new employees.

General Requirments :

Schedules ongoing coordinated educational in-services in accordance with company standards.

Maintains Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA), medical, and educational records for all employees.

Validates completion of competency validation record for all nursing personnel upon hire, annually,

and as needed.

Conducts and / or validates completion of medication pass observation and treatment observation for

all nursing personnel upon hire, annually, and as needed.

Coordinates and maintains CPR certifications for licensed nursing personnel.

Monitors compliance with Relias online education requirements.

Identify, develop, and implement in-service programs according to staff performance in order to

correct identified needs.

Ensures that educational programs are available on all shifts; maintains accurate records of all

educational programs.

Collaborates with outside vendors and manufacturers for specific training needs.

Coordinates withs nursing and / or nursing assistant programs for opportunities within the center.

Attends corporate level education programs as indicated.

Performs other duties as necessary for the successful operation of the healthcare center.

Prerequisites :

One year of experience in Infection Preventionist or related role.

Active, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.

Completion or willingness to complete specialized training in infection prevention and control.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong ability to make independent decisions and work without direct supervision.

Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government personnel,

and the public.

Must be knowledgeable of computer systems and applications.

Excellent customer service focus.

Last updated : 2024-07-02