Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Educator

Now Hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Educator at Northeast Center for Rehabilitation & Brain Injury

Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury is a one-of-a-kind state of the art Skilled Nursing Facility located in Lake Katrine 5 minutes off of exit 19 on the New York State Thruway.

Northeast Center offers programs not found in any other nursing home in the region, and our RNs are offered a level of specialized education not found anywhere else. LPNs who work at Northeast Center gain knowledge and skills that advance their careers while working in a supportive environment.

• Generous paid time off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Participation
• Specialized education
• Referral Bonuses
• Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly employee appreciation raffles
• Department appreciation days
• FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team!

Responsibilities of LPN Educator:

• Plans, develops, directs, implements, and monitors orientation and education of all facility personnel.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts Certified Nursing Assistant Program.
• Develops instructional materials to assist new personnel in becoming oriented to facility operational techniques.
• Schedules, with Human Resources and Administration, facility tours to acquaint new personnel with overall operation and interrelationship of facility services.
• Determines effectiveness of orientation materials and procedures through practice sessions.
• Sets up demonstrations of nursing service policies and equipment to acquaint facility staff with new equipment to make them more familiar with established policies and equipment.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts regular and special inservice training sessions for facility staff to acquaint them with new procedures and policies and current trends and developments in resident/patient care techniques and employee performance, and to provide opportunity for individual members to develop to their full potential.
• Keep current on the latest developments by attending professional seminars, institutes, and reading professional journals.
• Assists Department Heads, Managers, Supervisors and Charge Nurses in planning and implementing staff development programs on their units.
• Keeps bulletin/informational boards current by listing information on programs, meetings, seminars, etc. and promotes appropriate staff attendance at these meetings.
• Plans special training sessions for staff members as needed and/or required.
• Participates in writing and maintaining policies, procedures, and forms.
• Makes suggestions for changes or clarification in policies and procedures.
• Completes Education Department reports and maintains Education Department records and documentation (including attendance records) in accordance with Federal and State Regulations and standards for Long Term Care
• Provides staff with supervision as needed.
• Works flexible hours as necessary to provide staff development for all staff members.
• Meets periodically with Department Heads to assess and plan staff education needs.
• May participate in staff selection process, including interviewing.
• Develops an educational plan for a NATP program.
• Serves as a member of departmental committees, creating a strong and visible role model for a team.
• Approach to problem resolution and future planning.
• May fulfill the role of shift supervisor /staffing person if necessary.

Requirements for LPN Educator:

• Valid NY LPN License
• Must be in good standing with the State Registry
• Train the Trainer Certification (We offer training if not currently certified)
• Short Term/Subacute Care Experience Preferred
• Excellent work ethic
• Must have demonstrated ability to make decisions with good nursing judgment, handle emergencies and maintain excellent patient assessment skill

Job Types: Full-time

Our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity principles ensures that every applicant is evaluated for positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected classification under applicable law.

Compensation: Rate will be commensurate with experience.

Benefits: Medical, dental and vision coverage available. Competitive salaries. 401K with employer contribution. Generous Paid Time Off. Weekly/Daily Pay.

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