Director of Staff Development (DSD) (LVN)

SUMMARY

The Director of Staff Development (DSD) is responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of educational programs and orientation for nursing staff in accordance with federal, state, and facility regulations and policies. The DSD ensures that clinical staff maintain required competencies and supports staff development through continuing education, in-service, and skills training.

This position also provides oversight of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program (if offered) and maintains necessary documentation for compliance and audit readiness. In addition to DSD duties this role serves as a clinical position/resource to the nursing department and will be required to assist with medication administration, treatments, direct resident care, and charge nurse coverage as needed.

This role functions under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and may support clinical education in the Skilled Nursing Facility and Medical-Surgical Unit.

Upon termination of employment from this position, a minimum of 60 days' notice is required to allow for adequate training and a qualified replacement.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.


• Minimum two years of experience in providing direct patient care.


• At least one year of experience planning and implementing educational programs for nursing staff is preferred.


• Prior experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or acute care hospital setting is preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Current California LVN or RN license.


• Completion of an approved Director of Staff Development Training Program (required prior to or within 30 days of assuming the role).


• Current CPR certification.


• ACLS
  preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, regulations, and training materials. Ability to write training outlines, reports, and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of staff and demonstrate clinical procedures clearly.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute dosage calculations and measure clinical outcomes related to quality indicators.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply critical thinking and judgment to develop and adapt training materials. Ability to assess learning needs, problem-solve training challenges, and implement corrective education plans.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong teaching, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to evaluate and document staff competencies.


• Familiarity with Title 22, OBRA, and other regulatory requirements.


• Proficient in using computer systems for scheduling, documentation, and reporting.


• Able to work flexible hours based on training needs and staff availability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

On-the-job time spent:

Heavy Lifting (HL): Up to 50 lbs; the employee is regularly required to perform heavy lifting during training demonstrations or clinical care. Assistive devices, proper technique, or team lifting must be used.

Vision requirements:

☑ Close vision ☑ Distance vision ☑ Peripheral vision ☑ Depth perception ☑ Ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to:

☑ Work near mechanical parts

☑ Fumes or airborne particles

☑ Toxic or caustic chemicals

☑ Outdoor weather conditions

☑ Risk of electrical shock

☑ Biohazardous waste

☑ Risk of radiation

The noise level in the work environment is usually:

☐ Very quiet ☐ Quiet ☑ Moderate ☐ Loud ☐ Very loud