**-** **A Great Place to Work** : Preferred Professional Services (PPS) is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates, a growing network of more than 35 short-term rehabilitation and long-term care centers that touch the lives of thousands of families throughout the Northeast. We have per diem shifts available now in our Long-Term Care and Rehab Facilities! **-** **What You'll Do:** As the Staff Development Coordinator, you will design, implement, and oversee training programs for our team. Your expertise and guidance will empower our staff to provide high-quality care and achieve clinical program objectives aligned with our mission. Your leadership will contribute to the enhancement of our care standards, resident well-being and the professional growth of our team. **Key Responsibilities:** + Develop, coordinate, and deliver orientation and ongoing training programs that ensure the delivery of exceptional care to our residents + Assess training needs, develop curriculum, and implement educational strategies + Collaborate with department heads to ensure training aligns with regulatory requirements and best practices + Provide mentoring, coaching, and support to staff to enhance their skills and performance + Coordinate orientation of all new employees to ensure a successful new-hire start and regulatory compliance + Evaluate training effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements Maintain accurate records of training activities and staff certifications + Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in nursing care If you are passionate about driving excellence locally and transforming care across the long-term care industry, we invite you to join our team as a Staff Development Coordinator! Mentor and inspire a team of healthcare professionals in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated. **-** **What We Offer:** + All shifts available now including per diem & temp-to-hire! + Competitive hourly rates and shift differentials + Weekly Pay + Comprehensive training and mentorship + Opportunities for professional growth and development + Supportive and collaborative work environment + The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents **-** **What You'll Bring:** **Qualifications of a Staff Development Coordinator include:** + Valid State of CT Nursing license + Advanced degree or certification preferred + Experience in a nursing leadership role in a Long-Term Care setting preferred + Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in staff education and development + Commitment to resident-centered care and excellence in healthcare delivery + Inspirational leader with a focus on innovation and quality improvement + Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care + Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both + Excellent communication, instructional and presentation skills Strong clinical, interpersonal and organizational skills + Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment **-** **We Hire for Heart!** National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: **Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence.** Today, our centers include more than 30 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment. _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status._ **ID** _2024-2451_ **Location/Org Data : Name** _Preferred Professional Services (PPS) Agency_ **Category** _Nursing_