Director of Staff Development
About The Position
Westview Health Center is seeking a passionate, motivated, and team-oriented Director of Staff Development (DSD) to join our supportive and collaborative leadership team. This is a great opportunity for a nurse educator who is energized by developing staff, ensuring regulatory excellence, and contributing to high-quality resident care. The Director of Staff Development is responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading education and training programs for nursing and facility staff. Working closely with the Director of Nursing and Administrator, the DSD plays a key role in maintaining compliance, building staff competency, and supporting a culture of continuous learning—while also providing direct resident care as needed.
Requirements
- Active RN or LVN/LPN license (BSN preferred)
- At least 1 year of long-term care experience providing direct patient care
- At least 1 year of experience planning and delivering nursing education programs
- Current CPR certification
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of experience preferred, ideally in a long-term care setting
- Knowledge of PCC preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead facility orientation, in-service education, and ongoing training programs
- Develop and maintain annual and monthly in-service schedules and records
- Identify staff education needs using surveys, evaluations, audits, and facility rounds
- Coordinate infection control education and emergency preparedness drills
- Support recruiting, onboarding, and staff supervision as needed
- Participate in regulatory surveys and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements
- Foster positive relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
- Provide direct resident/patient care when appropriate
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) option
- Supportive leadership and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on staff development and resident care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
