SNF-Director of Staff Development PT/Days

JOB SUMMARY

Plans, coordinates and implements nursing orientation for all new SNF employees. Assesses, formulates and evaluates continuing educational programs for nursing services in the SNF. Works with the Director of Skilled Nursing and Chief Nursing Officer to plan, implement and evaluate CNA in-services per Title 22.

PERFORMANCE DIMENSIONS AND TASKS ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1.

Plans, coordinates implements and evaluates hospital inservices. a. In-service programs are based on QA issues, new equipment, drugs, policies and nursing skills issues. b. Assess staff education needs. c. Plans, coordinates, implements nursing orientation for all new SNF employees. 2. Plans, coordinates and evaluates annual competency skills day for all SNF staff. Assists management to develop competency evaluation. 3. Participates in orientation and coordinates competency of skills with preceptors for new SNF employees. 4. Participates in SNF Quarterly QA Committee reporting on: a. Recruitment b. Retention c. Staff Competency 5. Works with Director of Nursing and SNF manager to plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate CNA inservices/ C.E. a. A minimum of 24 C.E. units are offered per year. b. Inservice programs are based on QA issues, new equipment, drugs, policies and nursing skills issues. c. In-service topics shall include, but not be limited to: (1) Problems and needs of the aged, chronically ill, acutely ill and disabled patients. (2) Prevention and control of infections. (3) Interpersonal relationship and communication skills. (4) Fire prevention and safety. (5) Accident prevention and safety measures. (6) Confidentiality of patient information. (7) Preservation of patient dignity, including provision for privacy. (8) Patient rights and civil rights. (9) Signs and symptoms of cardiopulmonary distress. (10) Choking prevention and intervention. 6. Gathers, disseminates and communicates pertinent information a. Attends staff meetings upon request. b. Obtains information presented in staff meeting when unable to attend. c. Attends all mandatory inservice programs. d. Serves on/attends appropriate hospital committees for informational purpose. e. Collaborates with department directors to provide, at the request of the department head, education programs as indicated. 7. Maintains professional responsibilities to enhance Nurse Practice Act. a. Understands and functions within the scope of the California Nurse practice Act. b. Keeps all certifications current. c. Plans for personal change and growth based on evaluation and feedback. d. Participates in setting measurable goals for performance. 8. Plans, coordinates, implements and evaluates Certified Nurse Assistant Program per Title 22 as needed by the facility .

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a licensed nurse providing direct patient care in a long term care facility in addition to one (1) year of experience planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs in nursing; or • Minimum two (2) years full time experience as a licensed nurse, at least one (1) year of which must be in the provision of direct patient care in a nursing facility.

Skills Requirements:

• Knowledge of Staff Development regulations and/or special interests and understanding of the adult education process with emphasis on both staff and patient ongoing education.

Licensing Requirements:

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Current California RN or LVN License Certification Requirements:

• Current AHA BLS Certificate • DSD (within six months of employment and prior to teaching a certification program)

Language Requirements:

None Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit for 2 hours or more and stand/walk for 4 hours or more per day. • Must be able to lift and push 35 pounds.

Special Demands:

• Ability to work with others, be self-directed and to perform a variety of assigned duties.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job .