Director of Staff Development
| Company | PACS Services |
|---|---|
| Location | San Diego, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing and possession of a valid license from the state to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN or LPN)
- BSN preferred
- One (1) year experience providing direct patient care in long term care facility
- One (1) year of experience planning, implementing and evaluating education programs in nursing
- 2 years or more experience preferably in a long term care facility
- Current Registered Nursing License (RN) or LVN/LPN License
- Current CPR certification
- Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred
- Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing
- Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and participate in the recruiting and hiring of staff
- Coordinate completion of and process employment related documentation
- Coordinate payroll and employee benefit programs
- Plan, conduct and document and/or coordinate all required Fire/Internal Disasters and External Mass Casualty Drills
- Maintain neat, clean, well groomed, professional appearance
- Capable of generating enthusiasm, and developing a cooperative relationship with employees
- Utilize information from Licensing and Certification Surveys, Employee Evaluations, Facility Rounds and recommendations from the Administrator and department heads to identify education needs
- Organize In Service education program for staff including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of education provided
- Prepare annual In Service schedule
- Prepare and post a monthly In Service calendar
- Maintain records of In Services as required by regulations
- Plan and conduct meaningful In Service education programs according to requirements for nursing personnel and all facility staff to assure competency in and new skills, and as directed by Administrator
- Make rounds and observe delivery of patient care
- Coordinate infection control surveillance program
- Supervise staff, including taking or assisting with appropriate disciplinary measures
- Complete all forms required by the Department of Health in relation to the In Service and education programs
- Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by Administrator or Director of Nursing
- Provide direct resident/patient care
- Assist with the overall supervision of and management of the staff
Preferred Qualifications
- BSN preferred
- Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred