Registered Nurse III - Clinical Trainer - Pueblo Regional Center $7,000 Sign-on Incentive

Department InformationThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.This position will be paid bi-weekly.Opt in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events!CDHSCareers$7,000 Sign On Incentive*This position will receive a short-staffing temporary pay differential of (8%) from July 1st 2023 - June 30th 2024.About the Staff Development Department:The Staff Development Department exists to develop, design and implement the training and development of staff working at Pueblo Regional Center (PRC) who provide comprehensive and therapeutic services to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, and to create a comprehensive educational program to meet the agency's technical skill needs for; Qualified Medication Administration Person (QMAP), Licensed Psychiatric Technician Program (LPT), New Employee Orientation (NEO), Physical Intervention, and Continuing Education (CE). This position reports to the PRC staff development site director and falls under the staff development department work unit. This work unit also provides initial and continuing education training in medical and infection control for PRC direct care staff and works cooperatively with the Director of Staff Development and the Director of Nursing in the provision of continuing education to current licensed/certified staff.Description of JobAbout the Position:This position reports to the PRC staff development site director and falls under the staff development department work unit. This position provides initial and continuing education training in medical and infection control for PRC direct care staff. This position works cooperatively with the Director of Nursing to provide continuing education to current licensed/certified staff and develops or assists in the design, implementation, and coordination of medical education programs for direct care staff as approved by the staff development site director. Duties in this position include:Lesson Plan Development:* develops lesson plans for core curriculum subjects including but not limited to; nursing skills, medication administration, universal precautions, and body systems, to meet best-practice standards and regulatory guidelines for the Board of Nursing, the Department of Public Health and Environment, and current agency policies and needs* ensures the lesson plans contain information that is accurate and pertinent to prepare students to successfully perform as direct care staff and, when applicable, pass licensing exams* develops teaching aids that are pertinent to the content taught, ensuring teaching aids are developed on approved agency formats and templates in a professional format* identifies material that is outdated and makes recommendations to the Staff Development Site Director and the Director of Nursing for updating training programs and material* supports clinical training for new employee orientation* makes recommendations to the Staff Development Site Director, the Director of Staff Development, and the Director of Nursing for staff continuing education programs* works cooperatively with the Staff Development Site Director, and the Director of Nursing to plan continuing education training* performs evaluations during the annual CORE skills evaluation* provides re-training for staff on medication administration and nursing skills as needed* works collaboratively with all departments to ensure direct care staff develop appropriate skills to support agency clients* develops or assists in the development of training courses to address needs identified and assigned by management* responsible for recordkeeping of class attendance, evaluation criteria and documentation, exam/quiz scoring and retention, supply, and equipment inventoryClassroom/ Clinical Instruction and Evaluation:* provides classroom instruction to direct care staff in core curriculum subjects including but not limited to nursing skills, medication administration, body systems, infection prevention, and other medical related training developed to meet the current needs of the agency* presents information comprehensively and professionally* designs and develops curriculum as needed, and grades/evaluates student's competency* ensures teaching materials are reviewed for appropriate content and lesson plans are reviewed prior to class* allows ample time to prepare to teach and present lessons in an engaging format* utilizes course evaluations and course reviews to ensure teaching styles are effective and material meets the agency goals and regulatory requirements* responsible for the facilitation of all Nursing Education for nursing department staff by facilitating Nursing NEO (New Employee Orientation), electronic health record training, and nursing mentorship* provides or oversees the clinical instruction of staff regarding the administration of ADL's, selected treatments, medication administration, nursing policies and procedures* conducts competency checks for medication administration* works cooperatively with the scheduling office to ensure competency checks are done promptly and maintains communication with the course coordinator regarding the locations, times, and days of trainees' clinical shifts* leads and coordinates QMAP, BLS, 1st Aid Training, and other trainings/certifications for staff upon hire and at required intervals (annually, biannually etc.) as neededNursing Skills and Other Duties as Assigned:* must maintain current, unrestricted licensure as a professional nurse, and maintain competencies necessary to the position; update nursing skills through offered continuing education resource development, literature review, in-service review, and meetings* attends mandatory education, staff development team meetings, and keeps BLS certification current* ensures work schedule is approved by the Staff Development Site Director* uses the appropriate payroll tracking system and adheres to agency timekeeping policies, procedures, and standards* supports the agency by providing input to the Staff Development Site Director, the Staff Development Director, and the Director of Nursing* other duties assigned to meet the needs of the agency including additional training certifications needed to support the Staff Development Department* may be assigned to provide care to people served to meet their needs and the needs of the agencyMinimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsMinimum Qualifications:* Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited University program* Current, valid licensure as a Registered Nurse from the Colorado Board of Nursing or any state participating in the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)ANDThree (3) years of professional nursing experience with at least (1) ONE year experience in training/educationProfessional Nursing Experience is defined as work experience as a Registered Nurse. Your application must clearly state your experience at this level; statements such as "see resume" or "nursing duties" will not be accepted.Substitutions:appropriate education will substitute for up to two (2) years of the required experience on a year-for-year basisPreferred Qualifications:* experience training/education in a healthcare setting* experience with I/DD population* experience with behavioral healthConditions of Employment:* must have a valid unrestricted Driver's License* position must travel to remote work sites and must utilize a state vehicle, if available.* pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges* Shift Work: PRC is a 24/7 Facility, therefore a person in this position must be available to work any shift, day and/or any area, to meet agency need* former employees of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on their application* Requires Influenza and COVID Vaccines* Former employees of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on your application and may not be eligible for employment at CDHSAPPEAL RIGHTS:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.Supplemental InformationHow to ApplyNeed help with your application? Click here.The Assessment ProcessFor additional recruiting questions, please contact jazzma.gamboa@state.co.usSign-On Incentive:Upon approval, a sign-on incentive based on position, ranging from $2,000 to $7,000 (prorated if a part-time position), will be given in three payments: within two pay cycles of when the new employee starts at CDHS, 180-day anniversary and 270-day anniversary with CDHS. These incentives will be available to the first 1,000 new employees in select high-need positions.About Us:If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:* Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans* Medical and dental health plans* Employer supplemented Health Savings Account* Paid life insurance* Short- and long-term disability coverage* 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave* BenefitHub state employee discount program* Employee Wellness program* Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more* Remote work arrangements for eligible positions* Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For moreinformation, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.Our Values:We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~[Insert "We Are CDHS" Video]Toll Free Applicant Technical Support