POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of your job position is to oversee the development of staff at the facility and to help prevent and identify the spread of infectious agents like bacteria and viruses in the environment in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards that govern the facility, and as directed by your supervisors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises the Certified Nurses Assistants and the Restorative Nurses Aides.
• Assists with planning
• Develops the monthly schedule for CNA's and RNA's and ensures we have adequate coverage every day.
• Recruits for CNA's and RNA's.
• Assumes the role of Safety Committee Chairperson.
• Assumes the role of Infection Preventionist.
• On-boards all new hires.
• Conducts various in-services and educational presentations based off a regular schedule and on an as-needed basis.
• Other tasks as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Licensure High school diploma or GED Current and valid LVN/RN license in good standing Current CPR and BLS card Qualifications / Experience Minimum of 2 years experience as a LVN or RN in a skilled nursing facility Strong organizational and time management skills Warm smile and positive energy with the ability to cope with pressure Strong leadership skills Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language Excellent interpersonal skills, including customer service, patience, empathy and compassion Effective communication skills, including active listening, writing, speaking and reading comprehension Good collaboration and teamwork skills Fast and adaptive problem-solving abilities Keen attention to detail Skilled Nursing Experience Required Working Conditions May encounter frequent interruptions May be involved with residents, family and government agencies May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses Physical Requirements Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day Must be able to stand, bend and reach throughout the day Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time Acknowledgment I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept the position of Director of Staff Development and agree to perform the identified essential functions in a safe manner and in accordance with the facility's established procedures. I understand as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants (including tobacco smoke), and hazardous chemicals and the facility will provide to me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures. I further understand I may also be exposed to the Hepatitis B virus and the facility will make available to me, free of charge, the Hepatitis B vaccination. I understand my employment is at‑will, and thereby understand my employment may be terminated at‑will either by the facility or myself and such termination can be made with or without notice.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$43.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Los Angeles, CA 90011 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Los Angeles, CA 90011: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person