Nurse Training Coordinator

## Nurse Training Coordinator Apply locations:
Cedar Falls, IAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR100218
** Nurse Training Coordinator
** At Western Home Communities, our
** Nurse Training Coordinator
** plays a critical role in shaping the future of our nursing teams. This position is responsible for welcoming, training, and developing new and transitioning nursing staff to ensure they feel confident, supported, and fully prepared to provide exceptional resident care.

You’ll be the bridge between education and practice—bringing clinical expertise, strong communication, and a passion for teaching into every orientation, training session, and hands-on coaching moment. From guiding new hires through onboarding to providing one-on-one support and re-training when needed, you’ll directly influence staff success, retention, and resident outcomes.
** Why This Role Matters
** You won’t just train staff- you’ll directly shape the quality-of-care residents receive every day by building confident, well-prepared nursing teams.

This is an ideal role for a nurse who loves mentoring others and is passionate about building strong, confident clinical teams.
** What You Will Do in This Role
*** Provide onboarding, orientation, and ongoing training for new and transitioning nursing staff
* Deliver hands-on clinical education and 1:1 coaching to support skill development and confidence
* Ensure staff are trained on proper nursing care, documentation, and facility policies
* Coordinate and schedule orientation activities in collaboration with leadership and staffing teams
* Support clinical onboarding and assist in evaluating staff readiness and competency
* Train staff on infection control, safety practices, and proper use of lift equipment and procedures
* Ensure accurate documentation practices and train staff on electronic charting systems (PCC)
* Conduct audits and support compliance with state, federal, and organizational standards
* Collaborates with Director of Education, education team members and department leaders on staff performance and training needs
* Maintain orientation records, training documentation, and compliance tracking in Workday or other systems
** What We’re Looking For (Requirements)
*** Active
** LPN or RN license in Iowa
*** Minimum of
** 2 years of long-term care experience required
*** Passion for teaching, mentoring, and staff development
* Strong communication and leadership skills
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple training schedules
* CPR certification (BLS) required
* Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (travel between sites required)
* Ability to flex schedule, including evenings/weekends as needed for training support
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment with changing priorities
* Strong critical thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills
** Benefits:
*** Ability to be paid early
* Continuing Education Opportunities
* Tuition and Student Loan reimbursement* (Full-time) Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
* Flexible PTO
* 401k Match
* Wellness Reimbursement
* Employee Assistance Program
* And much more!
* If you, or someone you know, would be a good fit for this opportunity within Western Home Communities- we would love to talk!
* Western Home Communities is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC). That means we offer residential living for seniors at every stage of health, activity and independence, from those who need no assistance, to others who require round-the-clock nursing care. This is often referred to as the
* continuum of care.
*** Mission Statement:
** Western Home Communities is a charitable Christian Service Organization that assertively creates fulfilling lifestyles for those we serve, their families, and our employees.
** The ideal candidate
** for this position supports the Western Home Communities' values of people first, servant spirit, innovation, and financial integrity.

We offer an array of living options, care, and services for the well-being of our clients.
*** Join our team to make a difference in the lives of those we serve!**
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