Mystic Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is seeking to fill a Staff Development/Wound Nurse Coordinator.As the Staff Development/Wound Nurse Coordinator, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.Comprehensive Benefits to You:Medical and DentalVision and Disability401k MatchJob FunctionsEvery effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The position requires a Licensed Nurse, and per the scope of practice as a Nurse and the current role being accepted, the omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdministrative FunctionsPlan, develop, direct, evaluate, and coordinate educational and on-the-job training programs. Incorporate commercially produced instruction material and training aids into existing in-service programs as deemed necessary. Provide leadership in formulating the goals and objectives of the in-service educational programs of this facility. Develop, evaluate and control the quality of in-service educational programs in accordance with established policies and procedures. Secure, develop and maintain records, reports, instructional manuals, reference materials, etc., pertinent to in-service educational programs. Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, class attendance and subject records, etc. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the DNS/Administrator concerning in-service training programs. Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of directing the in-service educational programs. Work with the facility's consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required. Assist department directors in obtaining and scheduling of speakers to present in-service training programs. Ensure that in-service training classrooms or areas are properly prepared before training classes begin. Assist the Continuous Quality Improvement team in developing and implementing a quality assurance program for in-service training. Develop, direct and schedule refresher training, as necessary, for assigned staff and licensed professional personnel including CNA Training Program. Remain current on new developments by attending professional institutions, reading professional journals and attending professional seminars. Attend and participate in your professional associations activities and programs, etc., to assure knowledge of current regulations and guidelines, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the DNS/Administrator. Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of orientation programs that for newly hired personnel to their position, the facility's policies and procedures, resident rights and responsibilities, etc. Assist licensed nursing personnel (i.e., RNs, LPNs, and Nurse Aides) in obtaining in-service training to keep their license current in accordance with state law. Provide in-service training as necessary/required. Ensure that all personnel attend and participate in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard. Participate and assist in departmental studies and projects as assigned or that may become necessary. Serve as I.V. Coordinator for the facility. Ensures the completion of I.V. log. Ensures that all licensed personnel receive appropriate training for the MDS and PPS system, including MDS training videos. Develop and maintain all educational program and assist all personnel in the development of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan. Ensures that all nursing personnel receive required education as per facility policy and state regulation. Prepare monthly In-Service calendar & distributes to facility personnel in a timely fashion. Coordinates CPR training for all licensed nursing personnel.Committee FunctionsServe on various committees of the facility as required by existing regulations and as appointed by the DNS/Administrator. Represents the department and participates in meetings. Meet with department supervisors, on a regularly scheduled basis, and solicit advise concerning their training needs, and assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services. Implement recommendations from the Continuous Quality Improvement team as they relate to the educational needs of the facility.Personnel FunctionsDevelop and direct orientation programs for all personnel, adhering to facility- and company-established policies and procedures. Conduct regular or special in-service training sessions for staff to ensure they remain current on new procedures, changes in policies, etc. Coordinate in-service activities and programs across all departments in accordance with established policies and procedures. Encourage personnel to get involved in planning programs, trying new ideas, and other initiatives to enhance our educational in-service programs. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the department. Promote the morale of all personnel and maintain a spirit of cooperation. Assist in setting standards for department personnel. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals per the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents in conjunction with the DNS and Infection Preventionist. Ensure that individual employee training records are maintained and filed in the employee's personnel record. Schedule in-service training programs according to the needs of each department. Post notices of in-service training classes in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures. Attend nursing unit communication meetings for all shifts as needed.