Registered Nurse: Learning and Development Specialist

Learning and Development Specialist:
Medication Administration (RN)
About Living Well Disability Services

At Living Well Disability Services, we transform the lives of people impacted by disabilities through the delivery of exceptional services. Our vision is a day when all people impacted by disabilities—and our employees—live well. This role plays a critical part in advancing that vision by strengthening the skills and confidence of our Direct Support Professionals (DSPs).

The Medication Administration Trainer provides consistent, high-quality medication administration training across Living Well programs. This role is responsible for developing and delivering an in-house medication administration curriculum that meets regulatory requirements and addresses the learning needs of a diverse workforce, including employees with varying language needs and learning abilities. Working in close partnership with Human Resources, Nursing, and Program departments, the trainer ensures staff learning and development align with program needs, organizational values, and Living Well’s mission-driven commitment to the people we support.

This is a grant-funded position through June 2027
, anticipated at approximately 25 hours per week
, with a mix of daytime and possibility of evening hours to meet staff training needs.

• Design, develop, and implement an in-house medication administration training curriculum for Direct Support Professionals and related roles
• Deliver training using a variety of methods, including classroom instruction, small group facilitation, one-on-one coaching, and skills modeling
• Ensure training content aligns with DHS regulations and program requirements (245D, ICF/DD, Positive Support Rule, etc.)
• Collaborate closely with Human Resources, Nursing, and Program departments to meet organizational training needs
• Communicate clearly, professionally, and in a timely manner with internal and external stakeholders
• Participate as an active organizational team member by attending meetings, trainings, and providing backup support as needed
• Foster a respectful, collaborative, and inclusive environment for employees, vendors, and people supported
• Utilize organizational systems for communication, scheduling, record keeping, payroll, and reporting (e.g., SharePoint, Therap, Outlook, MITC, ADP)

• Strong training and facilitation skills, with experience working with diverse learners and learning styles
• Comfort using multiple instructional approaches, including classroom teaching, small groups, and individualized instruction
• Ability to collaborate effectively across departments
• Experience developing and managing curriculum related to medication administration in residential settings (245D and/or ICF)
• Excellent organizational, project management, scheduling, and time-management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Reliable, adaptable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Proficiency with standard office technology and organizational systems

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Must pass a DHS background check and maintain compliance with applicable regulations

This position is primarily based at Living Well’s administrative office in Mendota Heights
, with possible travel to approximately 37 program sites throughout the Twin Cities metro and surrounding area. Flexibility in work location and hours is required to meet organizational needs.

• Grant-funded position through June 2027
• Approximately 30 hours per week
• Days and hours vary based on program needs
• Evening and occasional weekend hours may be required

At Living Well, you’ll be part of a collaborative, values-driven organization committed to transforming lives. We offer opportunities for professional growth, ongoing training, and meaningful work that makes a real difference for individuals with disabilities. Your contributions are valued, your ideas are heard, and your work directly supports our vision that all people impacted by disabilities—and our employees—live well.

Please note that this position is grant funded and is not expected to continue past the grant end date of June 2027.

Living Well Disability Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace free from discrimination, valuing diversity, and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.