Director Of Staff Development(DSD) LVN

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Director of Staff Development (DSD) - LVN/LPN
Orchard Post Acute — Fresno, CA Starting Salary: $70,720/year (DOE) • Full-Time • On-site About the Role
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. Key Responsibilities
Talent, HR & Admin * 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.
Education & In-Services * 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.
Safety, Drills & Infection Control * Plan, conduct, and document Fire/Internal Disaster/External Mass-Casualty drills. * Coordinate infection control surveillance and follow-up education.
Quality, Rounds & Surveys * Make rounds to observe care delivery and reinforce best practices. * Participate in facility surveys/inspections as requested by the Administrator/DON.
Documentation & Confidentiality * Protect employee/resident confidentiality at all times; uphold HIPAA and facility privacy policies. * Prepare and maintain required reports, logs, and education files.
Leadership & Supervision * 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.
Qualifications * Graduate of an accredited nursing program; current CA RN or LVN/LPN license (in good standing). * Preferred: BSN. * Experience: + 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.
Physical & Work Requirements * 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.
Note: Nothing in this description restricts management's right to assign/reassign duties at any time. Duties may change due to reasonable accommodation or operational needs.
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Location:
Fresno
Job Type:
FullTime

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