NURSING STAFF
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
JOB DESCRIPTION
MISSION STATEMENT
In using the ministry of Jesus Christ as our model, we seek to provide quality of life options to assist adults 55+ to remain active by maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
VISION STATEMENT
People Matter. Life is Precious. Make Someone’s Life Better.
RESPONSIBLE TO
Administrator/Executive Director, Director of Nursing and Human Resources.
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Possesses a current, active license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Kentucky. Must possess a certificate of completion for the Methods of Instruction (MOI) training required in the state of Kentucky to teach the Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP).
QAPI ROLE
- Receive direction from the Nursing Home Administrator on overall QAPI objectives for the organization.
- Be knowledgeable in data collection, data analysis methodology and performance improvement methods needed to support and lead performance improvement projects.
- Identify opportunities for improvement through analysis of data, observation of operations and consultation with leadership and staff.
- Collaborate with the quality committee and senior leaders to prioritize and develop QAPI efforts.
- Lead performance improvement projects and provide education and coaching in order to build needed skills in others to lead PIPs.
- Participate in multidisciplinary QAPI activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Consistently model and demonstrate excellence in customer service, with a constant focus on person-centered care/services delivery.
- Ensures adherence to the mission and philosophy of the organization and that the rights of residents entrusted to the organization are respected.
- Reports any allegations of abuse, exploitation, neglect or misappropriation of resident property per facility policy.
- Teaches the NATCEP course curriculum, as required, to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Maintains all required records related to the NATCEP course.
- Prepares and submits all required documentation for the NATCEP testing and certification process.
- Teaches CPR certification/re certification course.
- Maintains all applicable credentialing to remain in good standing to teach MOI, CPR, NATCEP, state paid feeding assistance program, etc.
- As a licensed professional, it is expected that this person shall assist the Director of Nursing and/or the Assistant Director of Nursing in issues relating to compliance, monitoring and education of all nursing staff tasks and documentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed by the HR Director or designee.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply principles of nursing care and standards of nursing practice. Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with all levels of personnel. Demonstrates knowledge of the legal aspects of nursing practice. Possesses organization skills and demonstrates the ability to apply them. Demonstrates the ability to apply principles of communication.
Skills Required
- Current, active Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse license in Kentucky
- Certificate of completion for Kentucky Methods of Instruction training required to teach NATCEP
- Knowledge of nursing care principles and standards of nursing practice
- Knowledge of legal aspects of nursing practice
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of personnel
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Knowledge of data collection, data analysis methodology, and performance improvement methods
What We Do
Baptist Convalescent Center, Inc., operating as Baptist Life Communities (BLC), is a faith-based nonprofit serving older adults in Northern Kentucky. Its mission is to help adults 55 and older maintain healthy, active lifestyles through a range of senior-living and care options. Services include skilled nursing, independent and assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, respite care, and long-term care, delivered with compassion and respect to people of all backgrounds.
