Learning & Development Lead, Nursing

**JOB TITLE:** Learning & Development Lead, Nursing**JOB SUMMARY:** The Learning and Development Lead is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs to enhance nursing competencies and support professional growth at Mental Health Cooperative (MHC). This role collaborates with nursing leadership to assess learning needs, develop educational initiatives, and ensure training aligns with best practices and regulatory requirements. The Learning and Development Lead will oversee training operations, lead cross-functional teams, and drive continuous learning strategies that enhance patient care outcomes.**RESPONSIBILITIES:** Ensure all training programs align with evidence-based nursing practices and regulatory requirements.

Oversee the administration and delivery of training programs, including orientation, continuing education, and skills development. Lead training sessions, workshops, and competency evaluations to enhance staff knowledge and skills. Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and advancements in nursing education. **REQUIREMENTS:** Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Education, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.Minimum of 3-5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a training, education, or leadership role.

Strong understanding of nursing education, training methodologies, and adult learning principles. Experience in developing and implementing training programs in a healthcare setting preferred. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, financial management, and quality improvement processes.Proven ability to analyze healthcare data, identify trends, and implement performance improvement initiatives.Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience working within behavioral health or mental health settings is a plus. **ABOUT YOU |CORE SKILLS:** **Leadership Skills** Ability to lead by example Ability to make sound decisions quickly and decisively Ability to motivate staff Ability to identify strengths and weaknesses of team and develop solutions to combat weaknesses and utilize strengthsClearly and comfortable delegates tasks; broadly shares both responsibility and accountability **Interpersonal Skills** **Joint Commission Competencies:** Demonstrates ability to work independently, to make critical decisions and to work collaboratively as an integral part of a team. Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.

Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.**BENEFITS:** Dental Insurance Vision Insurance embraces inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Mental Health Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr