Director Staff Development LVN

HumanGood•Bakersfield, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Rosewood, an award-winning HumanGood life plan community in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Full-time Director of Staff Development (DSD) LVN. The DSD LVN assesses training needs, plans, implements and provides in-service education and department specific new team member orientation. S/he ensures all medical staff are trained to provide care in accordance with our “Philosophy for Person-Directed Care,” as well as in accordance with appropriate local, state and federal regulations. The DSD RN will also assist in educating and treating residents.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of LVN experience or one year as a nursing supervisor
Completion of Accredited Licensed Nursing Program (LVN/LPN)
Current CA LVN/LPN License
Current CPR certification
Must have a DSD certification per state regulation
Clinical observation and assessment skills
Proficient computer skills necessary to complete documentation, review electronic health records and communicate with team members

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred, but not required
Skilled Nursing or Senior care experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Assesses and identifies training needs through evaluation of staff and by keeping abreast of relevant medical advances
Provides in-service education for employees with emphasis on regulatory guidelines including OBRA, Title 22 guidelines, etc…
Evaluates of effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement
Meets training requirements established by policy, Title 22 and OBRA in terms of necessary hours and topics available to Team
Provides in-services for team members campus wide as necessary
Provides new employee orientation for Team
Provides individualized training when necessary for Team
Attends in-service training workshops and meetings as required
Conducts work tasks safely and in compliance with the facility safety program