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Job DetailsJob Location: Dover, DE 19904RN Staff Development Nurse / Infection Control Nurse

Join Our Leadership Team | Dover, Delaware

Are you a passionate Registered Nurse who enjoys mentoring others, improving clinical excellence, and making a lasting impact on resident care? If so, we'd love to meet you!

At Cadia Healthcare, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional people. We are seeking an experienced RN Staff Development Nurse / Infection Control Nurse to lead staff education, onboarding, competency development, and infection control initiatives at our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Dover, Delaware.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RN who enjoys teaching, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and promoting a culture of quality, safety, and continuous learning.

Why Join Cadia Healthcare?

We value our employees and recognize the important role they play in delivering outstanding resident care. That's why we offer competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays & Sick Leave
Short-Term Disability, Maternity & Family Medical Leave Options
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)

Tuition Reimbursement

In-Facility Training & Continuing Education Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Free & Discounted Employee Meals

Employee Referral Bonuses

Tickets at Work Discount Program

Verizon Wireless Discount

Costco Membership Discount (Delaware employees)
Annual Non-Slip Shoe Reimbursement (Delaware employees)
Free Will & Estate Planning Services
Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
And much more!

Position Summary

The RN Staff Development Nurse / Infection Control Nurse plays a vital leadership role in ensuring clinical excellence through staff education, orientation, competency validation, and infection control oversight. This position is responsible for coordinating onboarding for new clinical staff, providing ongoing education, promoting regulatory compliance, and supporting a culture of continuous learning and quality resident care.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and facilitate orientation and onboarding for all newly hired clinical staff.
Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs based on regulatory requirements, quality initiatives, and resident care needs.
Assess ongoing staff educational needs and identify opportunities for professional development.
Coordinate continuing education opportunities to support licensure and certification requirements.
Assign and monitor mandatory education through Relias Learning Management System and track monthly and annual compliance.
Conduct competency evaluations and skills validation for clinical staff.
Collaborate with department leaders to ensure staff remain current on clinical best practices and regulatory standards.
Develop, evaluate, and continuously improve educational programs using evidence-based practices.
Lead the facility's Infection Control Program by conducting surveillance, monitoring infection trends, implementing prevention strategies, and educating staff on infection control practices.
Ensure compliance with CMS, CDC, state, and facility infection control regulations and policies.
Serve as a clinical resource for staff while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for more than just a nursing job—if you're ready to help shape the future of resident care by educating, mentoring, and leading clinical teams—we invite you to join Cadia Healthcare.

Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to clinical excellence, compassion, and exceptional resident care!
QualificationsWe're looking for an RN who is passionate about education, leadership, and delivering exceptional resident care.

Qualified candidates will have

Current, active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Delaware or a Compact State.
Minimum of two (2) years of RN experience.
Acute care or long-term care/skilled nursing experience preferred.
Previous experience in staff education, clinical training, onboarding, or professional development preferred.
Infection Control experience is a plus (or willingness to obtain required training/certification, if applicable).
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to mentor, coach, and inspire clinical staff while fostering a culture of learning and excellence.
Working knowledge of CMS regulations, infection control practices, and quality improvement initiatives preferred.