Director of Education and Clinical Programming at Athena Health Care Systems

Athena Health Care Systems is seeking a Director of Education and Clinical Programming to support our nursing home operations in Massachusetts.

This is an on-the-road position that requires the candidate to have an insured vehicle and be willing to travel to our 15 facilities. Bed sizes range from 57 to 196. Full-time salaried role with weekly pay, ranging from $114,400 to $124,800.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

This role supports the planning, organizing, developing, and operation of the clinical and educational programming at Athena-managed facilities.

Experience & Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school, college, or university of nursing. BSN preferred.
• CPR certified.
• Must possess an active and unencumbered RN license in Massachusetts.
• Must have at least three (3) years of nursing experience, of which at least two (2) years in long-term care.
• Experience with substance use disorders preferred.
• At least one (1) year in a nursing management position such as Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Staff Development, etc.
• Prior experience in nursing education preferred.
  
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain staff educational programming to be used by all facilities/agencies and employees.
• Provides support to facility staff for nursing-specific orientation and all staff orientation.
• Monitor employee orientation completion and competency and follow up with employee and facility/agency staff to ensure required training is completed in a timely manner.
• Utilize learning management system and educate necessary staff on the application and usage.
• Schedule in-service training programs for staff, as needed.
• Participate in the development and updating of policies and procedures.
• Make written reports/recommendations to the Administrator/Executive Director as necessary concerning the performance of nursing leadership.
• Evaluate the quality of the educational programming to determine effectiveness and areas of improvement.
• Seek opportunities to streamline and simplify the orientation process while not diminishing the quality or purpose of the content.
• Support the hiring and training of Directors of Staff Development and other nursing leadership positions, as needed.
• Participate in mock survey.
• Review reported clinical issues and monitor to identify care delivery/clinical skills and educational needs.
  
  
  

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be willing to travel to assigned facilities frequently.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
• Must be knowledgeable in the privacy rule and ensure all staff comply with facility privacy practices policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of staff.
• Must be able and willing to travel.
  
  
  

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program
  
  
  

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.