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Nurse Educator- Nursing Home
Located near Windsor County, VT
Salary: $35/hr to $40/hr range
A beautiful, skilled nursing facility located near Windsor County, VT is looking for an experienced Nurse Educator.
Responsibilities of the Nurse Educator:
- Lead and coordinate the facility's orientation and ongoing education programs for all nursing and care staff, ensuring new employees receive comprehensive training and are prepared to deliver high-quality resident care
- Plan, conduct, and evaluate in-service and competency training, including classroom sessions and hands-on clinical instruction, to maintain and enhance staff skills in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements
- Maintain accurate records of orientation, in-service attendance, skills assessments, certifications, and training documentation to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
- Conduct regular educational needs assessments in collaboration with nursing leadership to identify areas for staff improvement and develop targeted learning plans
- Monitor staff competency through ongoing observations, skills checks, and annual performance evaluations; provide remediation or additional education as needed
- Serve as a resource and mentor for staff, promoting professional development, reinforcing best practices, and supporting a positive learning culture
- Stay current with industry regulations, standards of practice, and educational best practices; ensure training programs reflect changes in clinical guidelines and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and other department leaders to support quality improvement initiatives, infection control education, and survey readiness preparation
- Coordinate specialized training efforts such as emergency drills, safety education, and compliance-related sessions as required
- Provide leadership during facility surveys related to staff education and competency, answering surveyor questions and demonstrating education program effectiveness
Qualifications:
- Current Vermont Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Must have long term care/nursing home experience
- Prior experience in nursing education or staff training, including planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work well with residents, families, and the care team
- Leadership mindset with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and developing others to deliver high-quality care
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and manage training schedules and documentation
Hudson View Network is a medical recruiting firm whose goal is to bridge exceptional talent to superior institutions. We work with various healthcare organizations to help fill needs within their facilities.
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Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Nursing home: 3 years (Required)
- Skilled nursing facility: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $40