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Staff Development Coordinator & Infection Prevention Nurse – RN

Evergreen Healthcare Group, Laurel, MT, United States


Staff Development Coordinator & Infection Prevention Nurse
Laurel Health and Rehabilitation Center is currently accepting applications for an experienced Staff Development Coordinator & Infection Prevention Nurse. This dual-role position is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and evaluating staff education programs while also leading the facility’s infection prevention and control initiatives. The ideal candidate is a strong educator, clinical leader, and regulatory partner who supports quality outcomes for residents and staff.

Essential Functions
Staff Development & Education

Evaluate resident care needs and staff training needs; provide recommendations to the Executive Director (ED) and Director of Nursing Services (DNS)

Plan, develop, and implement an annual education and in-service schedule for nursing staff

Interpret and implement facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to nursing education

Maintain accurate education records, attendance logs, competency validations, and education profiles for nursing staff

Observe, mentor, and educate staff on safety practices and clinical competencies

Maintain current knowledge of geriatric care and nursing education best practices

Infection Prevention & Control

Track, monitor, and report infections in accordance with facility policy and regulatory guidelines

Implement and educate staff on infection prevention and control policies and procedures

Identify infection-related issues and take appropriate corrective and preventive action

Participate in QA/QI initiatives and meetings related to resident care and infection control

Maintain organized, accurate infection surveillance data and documentation for audits and surveys

Leadership & Quality

Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills with the ability to objectively identify issues and implement solutions

Collaborate with leadership and interdisciplinary teams to promote compliance, safety, and quality outcomes

Support survey readiness and ongoing regulatory compliance efforts
Education, Licensure & Experience
Required

Current RN or LPN license in the state of Montana

Minimum one year of experience planning, implementing, or directing adult education programs in nursing

Preferred

Two years of nursing experience

One year of long-term care experience

One year of infection prevention or infection control experience

Supervisory or leadership experience

Benefit Highlights

Private Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)

DailyPay - Hard Work Pays Off On the Daily!

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development Opportunities

Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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