Westminster Commons is Hiring a Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Control Nurse Near Atlanta, GA
A great opportunity for a HR Generalist to develop their skills! RN's need only to Apply SUMMARY Facilitates and coordinates all ongoing education and in-service program in accordance with State and Federal requirements. Assists in the orientation of all new employees to facility policies and procedures. Assists routinely in the maintenance of medical employee records. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Current State nursing license as a Nurse with a minimum of two (2) years long-term care nursing experience in various roles of authority
Strong teaching, coaching, evaluating and leadership abilities
Strong communication and effective interpersonal skills
Annual licensure CEU's as required
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list is subject to individual facility policies, procedures and practices, which may require additional duties and responsibilities.
Assures adequate orientation and continuing education of nurses and nursing assistants as directed by the Director of Nursing Services and in compliance with approved Nursing Assistant Training program
Assures adequate orientation of all new employees to facility policies and procedures and State/Federal mandated policies and procedures. Coordinates competency completion
Coordinates necessary employment forms and/or documents
Develops, coordinates, teaches, facilitates, assures 100% attendance as appropriate at all mandatory in-services including: infection control, fire prevention, OSHA safety, confidentiality, Resident Rights, etc
Assists in the planning and implementation of all ongoing education and in servicing programs. Assures necessary documentation of programs is appropriate, complete and filed
Posts monthly calendar of in-service programs before the first working day of each month
Assists with monthly Quality Assurance reviews as directed by Director of Nursing Services
Respects and maintains residents' dignity, individuality, privacy and confidentiality. Is knowledgeable of Residents' Rights
Ensures adherence to policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and the facility
Responsible for maintaining OSHA including: training, audits, updating manuals as needed and assuring compliance with regulations
Maintains employee education training health files
Performs competency checks for nursing assistants
Responsible for investigating employee incidents and providing possible solutions to present further injuries
Schedules and coordinates nursing assistant testing within the time required
Displays courteous, tactful, helpful manner with residents, families, visitors and fellow employees
Participates in morning meetings, admission meetings, safety committee and OA committee
Performs other duties as requested by Administrator or other department directors