Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Prevention
Job Description
Staff Development Coordinator - Large Senior Living Community
We are excited to announce an opportunity for a talented Staff Development Coordinator to become part of our team at a large senior living community located in Grand Junction, CO. Join a group of compassionate, skilled professionals dedicated to enhancing the lives of our seniors and ensuring they receive the quality of life they deserve.
What We Provide
- Attractive salary range: $42 - $52 per hour, depending on experience
- Sign-on bonus between $10,000 and $15,000
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a generous Paid Time Off program, holidays, 401k, and more!
- Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization
- Company-sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, and various learning opportunities
About Us
“Our ultimate aim is to excel in everything we do and to provide a stellar life for our residents, their families, and our employees.” - Evrett Benton, CEO
If you are searching for a workplace that values its people, your search ends here!
We are a leading provider of assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care services in the Western United States. Established in 2012, we have consistently expanded our reach by adding new senior living communities each year. We are eager to welcome exceptional talent to our team as we continue this journey together.
Mantey Heights is one of our most dynamic senior living communities, offering an active environment filled with fun, family, and opportunities for engagement.
Position Overview
The Staff Development Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing orientation and ongoing education for facility staff. This role also encompasses the responsibilities of the Infection Prevention/Control Coordinator, which includes designing systems and approving measures to prevent, control, and monitor infection reports among residents and staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate learning needs and create in-service and continuing education programs based on quality assurance data to fulfill regulatory requirements.
- Develop, implement, communicate, and assess an annual training plan.
- Create tailored teaching plans and programs to address training needs for all roles on a regular basis.
- Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to ensure that quality care meets the highest standards and that all facility policies and procedures are adhered to by staff.
- This position requires on-call availability.
Qualifications
- Must possess a current, unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse.
- Experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing is preferred, along with a background in infection control.
- A current CPR certification is desirable.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
In our commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all employees, residents, families, and visitors, we strongly encourage our staff to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, along with any recommended booster doses from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To support this initiative, we occasionally organize onsite vaccination clinics at our locations. However, being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 is not a requirement for employment.
The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from requesting age-related information from prospective employees. Therefore, applicants from Colorado are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, educational dates, or any other age-related details. Additionally, Colorado applicants may choose to redact age-related information from their application materials, such as resumes or transcripts.