What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSD, LVN Director of Staff Development position at Murrieta Health and Rehabilitation Center?
We are currently hiring a full time LVN- Director of Staff Develoment at Murriea Health and Rehbilitation Center we are a 145-bed skilled nursing facility.
POSITION SUMMARY
The LVN/DSD Director 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 committees
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.
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
Working Conditions
- May encounter frequent interruptions
- May be involved with residents, family and government agencies
- May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times
- Is subject to call‑back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post‑disaster, etc.)
- May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants
- May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses
- May be exposed to or handle hazardous chemicals
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day
- Working throughout the nursing areas
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, lifting more weight up to 100 pounds requires assistance
- Ability to read fine print on tablet, progress notes and/or medical labels
