RN Staff Development Coordinator/ Infection Prevention (SDC/IP)

Job Description

Job Description

RN Staff Development Coordinator (SDC)
Buckhead Center for Nursing and Healing | Atlanta, GA

Buckhead Center for Nursing and Healing is seeking an experienced RN Staff Development Coordinator (SDC) to lead education, training, and infection prevention at our skilled nursing facility. This is a rewarding opportunity for a clinically strong nurse who loves mentoring staff, fostering a culture of safety, and driving quality of care.

About the Role

As our SDC, you’ll be the cornerstone of staff education and development—overseeing new hire orientation, ongoing training, and compliance programs. You’ll also manage employee health and lead infection prevention initiatives, ensuring our team is prepared, supported, and always regulatory-ready.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensures facility complies with regulatory requirements relating to staff credentialing and education.

• Provides services associated with the ongoing professional development of staff at the facility.

• Conducts new employee orientation and coordinates competency completion.

• Ensures the delivery of annual mandatory and continuous education for staff using internal or external resources according to state and federal regulations and company policy.

• Teaches certain in-house courses, such as the CNA training program, special care unit training, etc.

• Coordinates employee health program (immunizations, flu shots, physical exams, etc.)

• Monitors and ensures current licensure and certifications of facility staff

• Maintains employee education, training, and health files.

• As an Infection Preventionist, you will lead the charge in our compliance efforts with infection prevention requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Active RN license in good standing

• Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing is preferred

• Strong communication, teaching, and leadership skills

• Knowledge of infection prevention standards and training best practices

• Comfort with data tracking and improvement planning

What You’ll Get

• Competitive pay

• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance

• Disability coverage

• Paid sick time, holidays, and generous PTO

• 401(k) with employer match

• Professional growth and development support

• A supportive leadership team that values you

Apply Today

If you’re ready to educate, inspire, and lead while making a lasting impact on care quality, we’d love to hear from you!

Buckhead Center for Nursing and Healing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.