Nursing Education & Development Lead

Employment Status:
Full-Time Pay Rate:
Annually

At Solaris Health Care Forest Lake, located at 3355 E Semoran Blvd, Apopka, FL 32703 , we understand that a significant change in health can be challenging. That’s why our mission is to provide top-quality care that helps our residents move forward and resume their normal way of life.

We believe that who we are and what we stand for is evident in our name. At Solaris Health Care Forest Lake, we strive to care for each resident like family, recognizing that compassionate, personalized care can achieve limitless possibilities. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group of professionals committed to supporting and uplifting our residents, ensuring they receive the best possible care to lead fulfilling lives.

Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day!

You’ll love being part of our team—and you may also qualify for these amazing benefits:

Affordable Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (family options included)

Daily Pay –get paid when YOU want

401k with Company Match –plan of your future

Generous PTO, Holidays & Sick Time –we value work life balance

Tuition Reimbursement –invest in your growth

Life Insurance & Disability Coverage –peace of mind for you & your family

Uniforms Provided & Perks Programs –we've got your covered

Shift Differentials up to $2 an hour depending on location, position & shift!

Join a team that invests in YOU - your health, future & your success!

This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening.

The primary purpose of your job position is to assess the training needs of nursing staff and to develop, implement, evaluate and document staff development programs including General Orientation, Job Specific Orientation, In‑Service, and Continuing Education Programs for nursing department personnel. Functions within the scope of the state’s Nurse Practice Act for Licensure.

• General Responsibilities
• Residents Rights
• Safety and Sanitation
• Staff Development
• Develops implements and maintains a written annual staff development plan which ensures a coordinated program for staff education for nursing personnel.
• Coordinates job specific orientation checklist to familiarize and train new nursing department hires to the expectations of the job.
• Acts as preceptor, coach, and resource person to assist nursing department employees successfully complete the job specific orientation.
• Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting required in‑service programs and/or special training sessions in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and/or corporate requirements.
• Collaborates with the ADON (designee) to complete periodic needs assessment identifying ongoing learning needs of staff and assists in developing and conducting educational programs to meet the identified needs.
• Maintains appropriate documentation of educational programming, each individual employee’s attendance at educational programs and competency validation as needed.
• Maintains up to date personnel files with each employee’s educational information.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and conducting all required training to assure compliance with Quality Improvement program in conjunction with all departments.
• Collaborates with the Administrator to establish an annual budget that will provide necessary resources to achieve program objectives and cost efficiencies.
• Assists with demonstrations to acquaint staff with new equipment and to review established equipment.
• Administrative Responsibilities
• Special Activities/Attributes

Licensed as R.N. in this state; BSN preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Education, or Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. CPR certified.

Two years of teaching experience preferred. Demonstrated ability and presentation experience in training of adults and group dynamics. One year of long‑term care teaching experience and working knowledge of clinical nursing practices and the job functions of nursing home employees, preferred.

• Apopka, FL 32703