Medical Services Trainer-RN

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITTLE: Medical Service Trainer RN

DIVISION: Nursing

SUPERVISOR: Director of Nursing

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY :Provision of health-related training of employees who support individuals served in residential and day program setting.

SPECIAL LICENSES, REGISTRATION OR CERTIFICATION: RN, CPR, and Georgia Driver’s License

EXPERIENCE : 2 years providing medical care/oversight for individuals in community settings

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Program Support

1. Train new and current staff on medication administration, proxy caregiving and healthcare plans for all individuals
2. Prior to the trainings, work closely with Director of Nursing to establish class policies, processes, documentation, etc.
3. Teach 4-6 full for 3 days sessions per month of medication administration & teach Proxy Refresher sessions
4. Work with nursing department to build positive professional relationships
5. Participate in the staff onboarding process for assigned individuals. Perform follow-up tasks for these new staffs to provide feedback and to answer any potential questions after they have been released from initial training
6. While onsite/during virtual training day ensure all users have access to training materials
7. Provide content and feedback on new and revised training course materials, guides, instructional aids, and presentations.
8. Provide solutions to feedback received from staff surveys related to training
9. As needed/requested, trains staff in using appropriate body mechanics to lift, move, and position and provides prescribed exercises and physical care to resident. Submit in-service forms to HR within 24 hours of training
10. Provide quarterly adaptive equipment monitoring/training submit in-service forms to HR within 24 hours of training
11. Will be required to travel 2-3 times a month for respective trainings

1. Education and Experience

1. 2 years of experience as RN in last 5 years
2. 1-year Long Term Care experience OR 1 year teaching Nurse Aid OR 1 year supervising nursing students
3. Completion of a course in teaching adults OR have experience teaching adults
4. RN in good standing

1. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Experienced at interacting with different levels of staff within a direct support professional setting
2. Engage participants in hands-on learning. Skilled at modifying their approach to training based on the trainee’s learning style.
3. Critical thinker with the ability to solve problems independently/most direct manner and recognize trends where new or enhanced training resources or processes would improve program performance
4. Must also be able to demonstrate and train clients in a virtual manner if required
5. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
6. Excellent oral and written communication skills
7. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
8. Exemplary planning and time management skills (this role is designed to provide onsite training and support for our direct support staff)
9. Ability to lift 30 lbs.
10. Valid driver’s license

1. Administrative Responsibilities

1. Complies with policies and procedures to ensure that confidentiality requirements are upheld.
2. Supports and protects the fundamental human, civil, constitutional, and statutory rights of clients and families as defined by agency.
3. Demonstrates competence in handling medical emergencies in accordance with UCP policies and procedures.
4. Adheres to all agency policies and procedures.
5. Develops and maintains positive and productive relationships with individuals, families, co-workers, and community members.
6. Maintains objectivity in position in order to set appropriate limits while working with individuals.
7. Support individuals and staff in their personal growth and development, respecting cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and individual differences.
8. Attends all department meetings.
9. Other Duties as Assigned