Training and Development Manager - LPN

The Training and Development Manager will perform under the direction of the Senior Director of Operations, and at times will take instruction and tasks from the COO and CEO. The Training and Development Manager is responsible for implementing training programs and overseeing development to ensure staff compliance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, state regulations, the Company’s Standard Operating Procedure guidelines of the Company and any other applicable regulatory standards. Traveling between B Positive centers may be required for multiple day/overnight stays.

• Assist with development and improvement of the Company’s SOP and Training Program
• Identify future training needs and create a curriculum to facilitate that training
• Manage Assistant Training Managers and assist in hiring new Assistant training Managers
• Conduct orientation programs and arranging on-the-job training for new hires in conjunction with Center Managers
• Develop a program to identify center level staff members to train new staff members per SOP
• Coordinate and/or perform employee training of the Company’s SOP and other regulations
• Maintain employee training records to ensure they are current and compliant with all regulations and the Company’s SOP
• Communicate with management, trainers and team members to ensure that all training needs are met
• Perform annual CLIA assessments for required employees according to the Company’s SOP
• Perform retraining of staff members
• Keep track of 6-month and Annual assessment for center personnel and assist with completing assessment process when applicable
• Report to Center and Quality Assurance any errors/incidents that may affect the safety, purity, identity, or quality of blood products
• Fill in and assist with center operations, when needed
• Other duties, as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in related field desired. High School diploma required.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (PA, NJ, DE, Multi-State Licensed)
• Experience designing and implementing employee development programs preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Adept with a variety of multimedia training platforms and methods.
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
• Ability to design and implement effective training and development.

Physical Requirements:

• Read computer screens, procedure manuals and other documents
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Hear doorbells, alarms, telephone, and other mechanical devices
• Work confidently while being observed during frequent quality inspections
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Work in walk in - Sub zero freezer(s)

Required Skills/Abilities: Must be able to operate accurately the following equipment:

• Nexsys PCS
• Hematastat II
• Refractometer
• Safepette
• Spot Vitals Signs monitor (Blood Pressure/Pulse & Thermometer)
• Memory Monitoring Thermometer
• Relative Humidity Monitor
• Scale
• Stadiometer
• Freezer
• Sealer
• Centrifuge
• Thermometer
• Tachometer
• Stop watch

B Positive Plasma Offers:

• Competitive Wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Positive Work Environment
• Paid training opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(K)