Director Staff Development LVN

HumanGood • Bakersfield, CA

1d • 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

• Assessing and identifying training needs through evaluation of staff and by keeping abreast of relevant medical advances
• Providing in-service education for employees with emphasis on regulatory guidelines including OBRA, Title 22 guidelines, etc.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement
• Meeting training requirements established by policy, Title 22, and OBRA in terms of necessary hours and topics available to Team
• Providing new employee orientation for new hires
• Providing individualized training when necessary
• Attending in-service training workshops and meetings as required
• Assisting the Nurse Supervisor with coverage requirements

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Plans
• 20 days of paid time off (increases with years of service), plus 7 company holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest
• HSA option with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education programs
• $25/line unlimited cell phone plan (plus taxes and fees)
• Cell Phone Stipend
• 5-star employer-paid employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree