Director of Staff Development (DSD)

Spring Lake Village

Pay Range: $114,920 - $120,640

Full Time with Benefits!

Summary:

The Director of Staff Development (DSD) is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for nursing staff to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and to promote high-quality resident care. This role provides leadership in staff training, competency development, and regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Detailed responsibilities:
* Director of Staff Development (DSD)

• Plans, conducts, and coordinates educational programs to develop and improve necessary skills and knowledge for all Skilled Nursing personnel.
• Establishes Staff Development goals and objectives.
• Confirms the validity of certificates for all CNAs, LVNs, RNs, etc. hired, monitors, and manages their recertification process to ensure no license lapse.
• Ensures that orientation and ongoing in-service programs are conducted according to Front Porch policy and procedure, in compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Determines the educational needs of the facility through regular education needs assessments, review of surveys by the regulatory agencies, and collaboration with the Director of Nursing.
• Conducts an orientation program for all facility employees on all State and Federal long-term care Regulations.
• Maintains current Department of Health Services-approved facility programs for orientation and in-service training of Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs)
• Develop an annual education and in-service calendar according to all regulatory standards and assessment of education needs.
• Maintains records of all education and in-service programs and analyzes their impact on the attendees in both the short and long term.
• Assists Medical Director with annual physical examinations and maintains up-to-date records of staff-required immunizations
• Conducts clinical rounds, identifying problems and establishing educational programs to meet the unit's needs.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Credentials:

Essential:
* Registered Nurse - California OR
* Licensed Vocational Nurse - California

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* High School diploma or GED

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:

Essential:
* 2 Years Licensed RN or LVN providing direct care to aged or chronically ill, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing education programs.

Nonessential:

* 5 Years experience in leadership roles, staff development, and regulatory compliance in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.

Front Porch offers competitive benefits for eligible Full Time employees. Benefits include:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Generous PTO, + Anniversary recognition day
• 403 (b) Savings plan, a tax-advantaged retirement account with company matching
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• Employee Assistance Program: Heart Fund Learn More
• Leadership and skills development
• Employee discount programs

Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.

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