Director of Staff Development

Required Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include the following :
• A nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN / RN program.
• Two years of experience as an LPN / RN.
• Eligible to participate in federally funded health care programs.
• Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license.
• Extensive knowledge of current standards of practice and the rules, regulations, and laws related to the long-term care industry. Ability to teach this knowledge to others

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Administrator, the Director of Staff Development assumes responsibility for orientation, in-service education and training for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA's) to meet state regulatory agencies requirements

Recognizes educational needs of the SNF and CNA staff and facilitates accordingly

Our ideal candidate has firm knowledge of the DSD role and is ready to expand their career in creating, implementing and managing a CNA training program within the facility, in conjuction with area schools and / or as a part of our organization.

Qualifications

DSD certificate preferred, or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

Must have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse in the state of California

Must have and maintain current BLS certification or obtain within the orientation process, prior to hands-on patient care

Acquires basic Infection Prevention practice knowledge

Previous clinical teaching experience of at least one (1) year

Knowledge of state and federal regulations as to C.N.A. training, orientation, and in-service