Staff Development / Infection Preventionist RN

Position: Staff Development / Infection Preventionist RN

Facility: Yamato Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Location: Boca Raton, Florida

Shift: Full-Time | Days

Salary: $90,000 - $94,000 (based on experience)

Position Overview

Yamato Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Staff Development / Infection Preventionist RN to join our leadership team. This essential dual-role position supports our commitment to regulatory compliance, patient safety, and staff excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead comprehensive orientation for new hires, including clinical competencies and mandatory training.
• Develop and deliver ongoing in-service education in accordance with facility standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of staff training, competencies, certifications, and licensure.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to promote clinical excellence.
• Identify training needs through performance evaluations, clinical outcomes, and survey trends.
• Support and promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Oversee infection prevention practices, surveillance, reporting, and compliance with federal and state guidelines.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related field preferred.
• Staff Development experience in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations, JCAHO standards, survey processes, and competency requirements.
• Must be Infection Preventionist certified.
• Minimum 2-3 years of nursing experience in long-term care.
• Experience with PointClickCare, Relias, NHSN, Florida Department of Health, and Florida SHOTS.
• At least 1 year of experience in Staff Development, Infection Prevention, or quality improvement preferred.
  
  
  

Certifications

• CPR Instructor certification preferred.
• CPHRM or Staff Development certifications (e.g., CDDN, NPD-BC) are a plus or must be obtained within a designated timeframe.
  
  
  

Skills

• Strong understanding of long-term care regulations (CMS, F-tags, OSHA).
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health records (EHR).
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and effective at coaching and motivating staff.
  
  
  

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Insurance
• Team-Oriented Work Environment
• Company Perks and Discounts
• Employee Recognition Programs
  
  
  

Join a facility that values leadership, quality care, and staff development.

Apply today to become part of Yamato Nursing and Rehabilitation Center’s mission of excellence!

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