What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Development RN position at Medical Facilities of America?
Positions Summary :
Assists in providing leadership, oversight and administration to all long-term care operations. Responsible for
ensuring maximum operating efficiency, overall cost-effectiveness, and strict compliance with all applicable
State and Federal rules and regulations. Develops, monitors and improves facility quality standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Directs the orientation program for all new employees and schedules ongoing coordinated education in-services.
Evaluates resident care practices throughout the facility and identifies instructional needs.
Designs educational programs commensurate with needs.
Documents all programming as required by state standards and maintains a reference library.
Provides specialized training needs in all departments on request of Department Heads.
Notifies Department Heads about scheduling of required staff education, immunizations and additional
department education.
Administers and records licensed staff competencies.
Meets Federal and State education requirements for all programs (e.g. Abuse
Prevention and Reporting, OSHA, Fire Prevention, HIPPA, Resident Rights, etc)
Coordinates dementia training, hospice in- services, monthly nursing meetings and CPR training.
Maintains staff immunization records
Tracks infection control issues, antibiotic use and documentation, including daily reporting to PA Patient Safety
authority
Assures that call all call bells are answered promptly, meeting all residents’ needs in a timely manner.
Reports incidents, accidents or changes in condition to the RN Supervisor immediately.
Strictly adheres to infection control and safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Maintains the confidentiality of all resident care information, including protected health information in
accordance with HIPAA and other federal and state regulations.
Performs all tasks and duties in an efficient and safe manner.
Performs other related duties as assigned or as necessary. Remains flexible and adaptable in work schedules and
work assignments as defined by departmental and facility needs.
Represents Innovative Healthcare in a manner that conveys professionalism, confidentiality, courtesy, fairness,
personal integrity, and respect for the fundamental rights, dignity, personal comfort and privacy of others.
Required Competencies :
QUALITY & PRODUCTIVITY
Provides high quality services, processes and programs while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes
and enhance the facility. Meets or exceeds goals and objectives and consistently engages in productive work
effort requiring, minimal direction from manager.
PROFESSIONALISM
Demonstrates self-control by maintaining composure in difficult situations; deals calmly and effectively with
stressful situations. Projects a professional image of oneself and the organization and demonstrates a positive
attitude towards work and the organization.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Demonstrates commitment to the position and accepts responsibility for personal actions.
COLLABORATION & TEAMWORK
Supports a positive team environment in which employees participate, respect and cooperate with each other to
achieve desired results. Builds and sustains cooperative working relationships and demonstrates a positive
attitude in work assignments and interaction with others.
COMMUNICATION
Expresses self in a knowledgeable, coherent, and professional manner. Works to resolve conflict and promotes
an open and honest environment for feedback and constructive criticism.
LEADERSHIP
Provides direction and motivation and sets an example through open communication and modeling best
practices. Provides appropriate advice, on- going feedback, support and resources to improve effectiveness of
individuals and departments
Qualifications :
EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE
5 years previous nursing experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
Knowledge of clinical practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to long
term care.
Must be able to effectively communicate with older adults in a manner that conveys warmth and
professionalism.
LICENSURE AND / OR CERTIFICATION
Registered Nurse with current active licensure in Virginia
