What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Development Coordinator (Registered Nurse/RN) position at Life Care Center of Port Orchard?
Life Care Center of Port Orchard is located along the
Sinclair Inlet, offering residents beautiful waterfront views and a close-knit
community. The city's historic downtown features unique shops, eateries, and a
marina. Port Orchard's proximity to Seattle, via ferry, provides easy access to
urban amenities while maintaining a small-town feel. Life Care Center of Port Orchard was named one of U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best
Nursing Homes.
$7,500 sign-on bonus for full-time, day shift! **Seeking RN with educating/training experience to educate nursing staff for all shifts to ensure LCCA standards and compliance are met. Such as in Infection Control, and other subject requirements. In addition, this position is subject to an on-call weekend rotation, and work the floor on an as-needed basis to cover shift.
Position Summary
The RN Staff Development Coordinator plans, organizes, develops, and directs all in service education in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
- Nursing diploma (associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing)
- Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred
- Teaching/education experience preferred
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
- Desire and ability to effectively train and educate all nursing associates and other associates as applicable
- Expert knowledge in field of practice
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
- Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate 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 towards 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
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
