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Staff Development Coordinator RN

Norwood Crossing

Chicago, IL 60631 • 11/8/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Staff Development Coordinator RN

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Company: Norwood Crossing, managed by Oakdale Seniors Alliance

About Us: For over 100 years, Norwood Crossing has been a cornerstone of senior care in Chicago. Now, we're building on that legacy, partnering with Oakdale Seniors Alliance to usher in a new era of excellence. This means fresh resources, new opportunities for career growth, and a team-first culture.

The Role: Staff Development Coordinator (SDC)

As a Staff Development Coordinator, you will be the heart of our clinical excellence, ensuring every staff member is trained, certified, and equipped to provide exceptional care. You will be a Culture Builder and a Compliance Ace, driving quality care and outstanding training programs.

Your Mission (What You'll Be Doing):

• Onboarding & Orientation: Develop and conduct comprehensive orientation programs for all new employees, ensuring they are prepared and excited to join the Norwood Crossing family.

• Training Champion: Design, schedule, and deliver all mandatory and professional in-service education programs for clinical and non-clinical staff (CNA, LPN, RN, etc.).

• Compliance & Audit Prep: Maintain meticulous training records and coordinate all staff competency check-offs to ensure full compliance with all state and federal regulations (IDPH). Be our key resource during regulatory surveys.

• Program Management: Oversee the facility's CNA training program and often work closely with the Infection Preventionist role to keep the community safe and educated.

• Skill Development: Identify and implement training needed to elevate staff skills, from new clinical protocols to person-centered dementia care techniques.

What You Need to Succeed (The Nuts and Bolts):

• License: Must possess a current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois.

• Experience: Prior experience as an SDC, Education Coordinator, or similar role in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Assisted Living setting is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge: Deep understanding of current long-term care regulations, state training requirements, and adult learning principles.

• Soft Skills: High energy, exceptional organizational skills, and a genuine passion for teaching and mentorship. A great sense of humor is a plus we work hard, but we also believe in laughing.

Why Oakdale Seniors Alliance at Norwood Crossing?

Joining us means you get the stability of a century-old community with the investment and support of new, dedicated management.

• Resources: Access to new resources and technology to make your training programs truly impactful.

• Impact: A seat at the leadership table where your expertise directly influences the quality of care.

• Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision), generous PTO, and a 401(k) plan.

Ready to lead the future of care in Norwood Park? Apply Today!