Staff Development Coordinator

Staff Development Coordinator-LVN-License Vocational Nurse

SUMMARY

Ensures facility is in compliance with regulatory requirements relating to staff credentialing and education. Provides services associated with ongoing professional development of staff at the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Conducts new employee orientation and coordinates competency completion.

Ensures for or delivers annual mandatory and continuous education for staff using internal or external resources according to state and federal regulations and company policy.

Teaches certain in-house courses, such as the NA training program, special care unit training, etc.

Coordinates employee health program (immunizations, flu shots, physical exams, etc.)

Monitors and ensures current licensure and certifications of facility staff.

Maintains employee education, training and health files.

May assist in the screening and hiring of nursing staff.

Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

One to three (1-3) years experience in health care field, teaching, or training and development.

May be filled by LPN or a non-nursing individual who otherwise qualifies by way of experience or education.