Staff Development Coordinator

apartment Bear Mountain at Reading location_onReading, MA 01867, US

BASIC FUNCTIONS: The Staff Development Coordinator will provide leadership to the Department of Nursing by creating a framework of educational services that promote the growth and development of its licensed and unlicensed staff. The educational model should reflect the Department of Nursing Philosophy and Standards of Practice. The competence and strength of the staff delivering care directly impacts the quality of care for residents. Opportunities for professional growth enhance staff satisfaction thus impacting recruitment and retention activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Registered Nurse, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

· Minimum of one year pediatric experience, preferably with similar population.

· Previous teaching/staff development experience strongly preferred.

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