What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSD Director of Staff Development position at Monte Vista Healthcare Center?
At Monte Vista Healthcare Center we are currently hiring a full time LVN / DSD- Director of Staff Development to join the leadership team for ur 69-bedskilled nursing facility.
POSITION SUMMARY
The purpose of the LVN Drector of Staff Development position is to manage, develop, and direct the overall operation of the nursing department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by the Administrator and Medical Director.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviewing scheduling and staffing to ensure daily PPD requirements are met
Coordinating with the Administrator to recruit and select nursing staff
Planning, developing, and coordinating orientation programs as well as in-service educational and on-the-job training
Partnering with department directors in providing in-service trainings
Performing administrative requirements such as completing forms, reports, orientation records, etc.
Developing reports, maintaining records reference manuals and records pertinent to in-service training programs
Participating in Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee
Providing patient care when directed
Following Infection and Control policies, oversight of facility Infection Prevention Program and Antibiotic Stewardship program.
Reporting any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, or other hazardous materials to a supervisor immediately
Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including not disclosing user ID codes and passwords
Keeping abreast of new state and federal regulations as they pertain to skilled nursing
Attending meetings and serving on committee
Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
BENEFITS
- 401K
- Medical, Vision and Dental health insurance
REQUIREMENTS
Education / Licensure
Valid LVN or RN license in good standing
Valid DSD certificate
Valid CPR and BLS card
Qualifications / Experience
Minimum of 1 year in the role as a DSD
Must be able to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
Proficiency with PCC a plus