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North Adams Commons Staff Dev./Educator (RN) in North Adams, Massachusetts
Come join this collaborative and innovative team. At Integritus Healthcare you will enjoy WEEKLY pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance, and the ability to grow in your career. Integritus Healthcare wants you! Generous Sign-on Bonuses! Referral Bonus! Competitive pay based on experience: RN \$38.00 - \$47.97 per hour At North Adams Commons, we have been caring for area families since 1981, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic RESPONSIBILITIES: - Schedules mandated in-services on a monthly and annual basis. Secures appropriate and qualified trainers as necessary. - Coordinates with all department heads to ensure employee participation at mandated in-services. - Assures mandatory in-servicing is completed timely and documented in accordance with State and Federal Regulations and accreditation requirements. - Coordinates orientation of all new employees to meet State and Federal requirements and expectations of BHCS education department. - Communicates the assimilation status of all new employees in the facility to the administrator and appropriate department head/manager. - Acts as a resource person for all facility staff in regard to personnel educational needs (i.e., infection control, abuse prevention, sensitivity, etc.). - Implements the career ladder paths (Stepping Stones) in coordination with the facility management team and the BHCS Education Department. - Coordinates, supports, and follows employees involved in the Stepping Stone Programs and other educational initiatives. - Attends educational in-services to maintain licensure and broaden knowledge base. Encourages/influences staff to take advantage of educational programs. Educates staff regarding what CEU programs are available to them. - Understands and upholds the Residents\' Bill of Rights and holds all resident information confidential. Understands employee rights in accordance with HIPAA and holds all employee information confidential. - Performs other duties as needed or as assigned by the administrator. REQUIREMENTS: - Must be a licensed nurse in the state of Massachusetts. RN strongly preferred. - Five (5) years\' Long Term care experience preferred. - 2-3 years of nursing management experience preferred. Acute hospital medical/surgical experience desirable. - Knowledge of the educational needs of all the departments in long term care. - Knowledge of state, federal, local regulations and JCAHO accreditation requirements as they pertain to certification, licensing, and training. - Holds and maintains current CPR certification in accordance with Nursing Standards of Practice. - Ability to communicate effectively, in writing, as well as verbally. - Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. - Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients/residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. BENEFITS: - 403b - Continuing education credits - Dental Insurance - Disability insurance - Employee assistance program - Flexible schedule - Flexible spending account - Health insurance - Life insurance - Paid time off - Tuition reimbursement - Vision insurance QUALIFICATIONS: - Associates or better in Nursing preferred - 5 years Long Term care experience preferred. - 3 years Previous management experience - Licenses & Certifications Required: Registered Nurse For more information and to apply click here!{rel="noopener no referrer" target="blank"}