Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Educator

Cooperstown Center is hiring an LPN Nurse Educator in Cooperstown, NY.

Duties:

• Assist with staff development and training programs by providing education on safety, body mechanics, infection control, hazardous materials, and other topics required by NYSDOH and regulatory agencies.
• Support employee orientation, onboarding, and ongoing education programs.
• Coach and educate nursing staff to promote clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain records of educational activities, attendance, competencies, and training completion.
• Report on active projects and educational initiatives on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Participate in QAPI meetings and quality improvement projects.
• Assist the Director of Nursing and leadership team in planning, coordinating, and implementing staff education programs.
• Assist with data collection, audits, and evaluations related to staff education and performance improvement initiatives.
• Keep the Director of Nursing informed regarding educational activities, compliance concerns, and training needs.
• Maintain communication with employees on leave, disability, or workers' compensation when appropriate and directed by leadership.
• Assist with employee health and safety education programs, including OSHA and infection prevention initiatives.
• Review incident reports and identify opportunities for education and process improvement.
• Assist with annual competency evaluations and mandatory in-service training programs.
• Administer TB testing and vaccinations within the scope of practice and under the direction of the Director of Nursing, in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations.

Requirements:

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License.
• Minimum 3 years of nursing experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Previous experience training, educating, or mentoring staff preferred.
• Strong communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
• CPR Certification required; CPR Instructor certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations, infection control, OSHA requirements, and safety procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards.

About Us:

Cooperstown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 174-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the heart of the Mohawk Valley and just minutes away from the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Cooperstown Center is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, helping each to get stronger, healthier, and happier. We're a community of friends, neighbors, and family living life to the fullest, and we want all residents to leave Cooperstown Center with dignity and independence.

Cooperstown Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care Consortium.

Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V