Staff Development/Unit Manager

STAFF DEVELOPMENT

Department Nursing Reports to Director of Nursing, Administrator Job Classification Nurse with Administrative Duties FLSA Classification Exempt Position Purpose Develop, implement, and maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff, contracted staff, and volunteers, consistent with their expected roles. Required Qualifications Minimum requirements include the following: A nursing degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/RN program. Current unrestricted license as an LPN/RN in practicing state. Two years of skilled nursing experience as an LPN/RN. Eligible to participate in federally funded health care programs. Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license. Extensive knowledge of current standards of practice and the rules, regulations, and laws related to the long-term care industry. Ability to teach this knowledge to others. Current CPR or BLS certification. Major Duties and Responsibilities Participates in the completion of the facility assessment at least annually for determining the knowledge and skills required among staff to meet residents' needs. Identifies and prioritize the facility's educational needs through the completion of an educational needs assessment, based on the facility assessment. Works closely with the facility's Administrator, DNS and other leaders in developing a training plan that addresses all regulatory requirements and any other topics identified in the facility assessment and/or needs assessment. Develop educational calendars in accordance with the plan. Plans, schedules, conducts, and oversees orientation programs for all personnel. Develops, schedules, and directs refresher training, as necessary, for all personnel. Tracks attendance/completion of training to ensure that all required training is received by all personnel in a timely manner. Reviews educational content to ensure the information reflects current standards of practice and facility policies and procedures. Develops or revises content as needed. Utilizes outside resources for content development, such as consultants, content experts, or electronic learning systems. Collaborates with department managers for developing competencies required for meeting residents' needs. Assists with evaluating competencies, depending on the knowledge-based, technical, or behavioral nature of the competency. Cooperates with the Administrator during routine evaluation of the training program's effectiveness. Schedules trainings with flexibility to ensure limited disruption of resident care, and ample opportunity for staff on all shifts to attend. Posts notices of trainings in advance. Maintains all training records, reports, instructional materials, and speaker qualifications related to each educational program. Provides opportunities for staff to obtain continuing education credits for maintaining certifications/licensure. Maintains all documentation related to continuing education. Maintains attendance records and individual training records in accordance with facility policy.