Director Of Staff Development(DSD) LVN

PACS•Orchard, NE

58d•$70,720•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Staff Development (DSD) leads Orchard's education, orientation, and competency programs while supporting recruitment/hiring workflows and compliance. This role partners closely with the Administrator and DON to ensure our team delivers competent, compassionate care and meets all regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program; current CA RN or LVN/LPN license (in good standing).
Minimum 1 year of direct patient care in a long-term care/SNF setting, and
1 year planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing education programs (2+ years in LTC preferred).
Knowledge of PointClickCare (PCC) preferred; current CPR required.
Strong communication skills; ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals; able to present to groups and answer staff questions.
Solid problem-solving skills; able to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule instructions.
Very frequent standing/walking; frequent reaching/pushing/pulling; occasional sitting.
Lift/carry/push up to 75 lbs frequently; occasional kneeling, stooping, crouching, climbing, balancing.
Visual/auditory acuity (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception; ability to adjust focus).
Works in office and clinical areas; subject to interruptions, evening/weekend/holiday needs, call-backs during emergencies.
Possible exposure to infectious waste/air contaminants/hazardous chemicals; adheres to safety protocols.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: BSN.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and participate in recruiting and hiring activities.
Coordinate completion/processing of employment-related documentation.
Coordinate payroll and employee benefit programs.
Maintain a professional, cooperative presence with residents, families, surveyors, and staff.
Assess education needs using survey results, evaluations, facility rounds, and leadership input.
Plan, conduct, document, and evaluate all required in-services for nursing and facility staff.
Prepare the annual in-service plan; publish a monthly in-service calendar.
Maintain in-service records per regulations; complete all Department of Health forms related to education.
Provide direct resident care as needed to support skills validation and competency.
Plan, conduct, and document Fire/Internal Disaster/External Mass-Casualty drills.
Coordinate infection control surveillance and follow-up education.
Make rounds to observe care delivery and reinforce best practices.
Participate in facility surveys/inspections as requested by the Administrator/DON.
Protect employee/resident confidentiality at all times; uphold HIPAA and facility privacy policies.
Prepare and maintain required reports, logs, and education files.
Assist with overall supervision/management of staff; coach and take/assist with corrective action as appropriate.
Model a neat, professional appearance; generate enthusiasm and a cooperative work environment.