RN Clinical Educator Staff Development Coordinator
Greens at Gastonia
Belmont, NC
- Eligibility
- Administrative & Consulting NursesClinical Nurse Educators
- Shift
- Days
Posted Jul 19
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Weekends
- No weekends
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Precepting expected
- Setting
- Skilled Nursing
- Accepts
- RN
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About this role
The Greens at Gastonia – Gastonia, NC
Full-Time | Day Shift
Long-Term Care Experience Required
Please Note: Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care (SNF/LTC) setting is required. Candidates with hospital-only experience will not be considered.
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We welcome experienced Staff Development Coordinators (SDCs), Clinical Educators, Infection Preventionists, Unit Managers, RN Supervisors, and experienced Charge Nurses who are passionate about mentoring others and developing strong clinical teams.
Join Our Leadership Team
The Greens at Gastonia is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to serve as our Clinical Educator and Staff Development Coordinator (SDC). This leadership role is responsible for developing, educating, and supporting our nursing team while helping ensure clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and outstanding resident care.
If you're passionate about coaching nurses, improving clinical outcomes, and helping teams succeed, we'd love to meet you.
Why Join The Greens at Gastonia?
Leadership role with direct impact on resident care and staff success
Monday-Friday Day Shift
Supportive Director of Nursing and Regional Clinical Leadership
Opportunity to shape orientation, education, and staff development programs
Collaborative leadership team focused on quality care
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Position Summary
As the Staff Development Coordinator, you will lead all aspects of nursing education, orientation, competency validation, and ongoing staff development. Working closely with nursing leadership, you will help ensure staff are confident, prepared, and equipped to provide exceptional resident care while maintaining survey readiness and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and lead orientation for newly hired nursing staff
Develop and deliver ongoing clinical education and in-service training
Conduct competency evaluations and annual skills validations
Maintain education records and required certifications
Support survey readiness through education and staff preparation
Assist with quality improvement and performance improvement initiatives
Educate staff on CMS regulations, infection prevention, and clinical best practices
Collaborate with the Director of Nursing and leadership team to identify educational needs
Mentor and coach nursing staff to promote professional growth and clinical excellence
Qualifications
Required
Active, unrestricted North Carolina RN license
Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care facility
Previous leadership, education, supervisory, or staff development experience
Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and survey process
Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills
Passion for mentoring and developing nursing professionals
Preferred
Experience as a Staff Development Coordinator (SDC), Clinical Educator, Infection Preventionist, Unit Manager, RN Supervisor, or similar leadership role
Experience coordinating orientation, competencies, and ongoing staff education
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(k)
Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities
If you're an experienced long-term care nurse who enjoys educating others, building strong teams, and making a lasting impact on resident care, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and join The Greens at Gastonia leadership team.
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Requirements
- Required
- Active, unrestricted North Carolina RN license
- Previous experience in a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care facility
- Previous leadership, education, supervisory, or staff development experience
- Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and survey process
- Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills
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- Passion for mentoring and developing nursing professionals
- Preferred
- Experience as a Staff Development Coordinator (SDC), Clinical Educator, Infection Preventionist, Unit Manager, RN Supervisor, or similar leadership role
- Experience coordinating orientation, competencies, and ongoing staff education
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement
- Vision insurance
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- AWHEP
- WHTXS
Place
- City
- Belmont, NC
- State price level
- 6% below the national average
North Carolina index 94.3, where 100 is the national average.
Belmont offers a peaceful lakeside retreat just west of Charlotte, resting along the Catawba River. With a charming historic downtown and easy access to Lake Wylie, it provides a quiet suburban haven for nurses seeking respite from clinical shifts while staying close to major metro healthcare networks.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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