ZZZ - Assistant Director of Nursing RN, Staff Development

Description Kindred Hospital South Florida - Hollywood is a 89-bed freestanding long-term acute care hospital offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. For those who need special medical attention, we offer two negative pressure rooms and an in-house pharmacy. We are located off of Young Circle Park, just 2 miles from Hollywood Beach and surrounded by convenient dining and shopping. Job Summary The Staff Development Coordinator - RN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the educational needs of nursing and clinical staff within the Skilled Acute Unit (SAU). This role leads orientation, in-service education, and ongoing staff development programs to promote clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care. The Coordinator collaborates with department leaders to ensure staff competencies align with current standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational goals while fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Essential Functions Develops and maintains an annual education plan addressing the learning needs of nursing and ancillary staff. Coordinates and conducts new employee orientation and mandatory training programs. Provides in-service education focused on clinical skills, patient safety, infection control, and policy compliance. Supports competency validation and continuing education for nursing staff. Maintains accurate records of staff training, licensure, certifications, and regulatory requirements. Collaborates with nursing leadership to identify performance gaps and implement improvement strategies. Promotes a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the unit. Serves as a clinical resource by maintaining current knowledge of best practices and regulatory standards. Assists with audits, survey readiness, and performance improvement initiatives. Participates in interdisciplinary committees related to staff education and quality of care. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and clinical education methodologies. Understanding of state and federal healthcare regulations and compliance standards. Excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR) systems. Ability to assess learning needs, develop educational materials, and evaluate program effectiveness. Strong collaboration and leadership skills with the ability to influence across departments. Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through. Qualifications Education Postsecondary education from an accredited school of nursing. (Required) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN). (Preferred) Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of practice. (Required upon hire) Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Instructor certification. (Required upon hire or within facility-specified timeframe) Experience Three (3) or more years of nursing experience. (Required) Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment. (Required) One (1) or more years of experience as an instructor or educator. (Preferred)

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Education Postsecondary education from an accredited school of nursing. (Required) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN). (Preferred) Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of practice. (Required upon hire) Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Instructor certification. (Required upon hire or within facility-specified timeframe) Experience Three (3) or more years of nursing experience. (Required) Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing environment. (Required) One (1) or more years of experience as an instructor or educator. (Preferred)