Director Of Staff Development (DSD) LVN / LPN
Orchard Post Acute Fresno, CA Starting Salary : $70,720 / year (DOE) Full-Time On-site
About The Role
The Director Of Staff Development (DSD) leads Orchard's education, orientation, and competency programs while supporting recruitment / hiring workflows and compliance. This role partners closely with the Administrator and DON to ensure our team delivers competent, compassionate care and meets all regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Talent, HR & Admin
- Coordinate and participate in recruiting and hiring activities.
- Coordinate completion / processing of employment-related documentation.
- Coordinate payroll and employee benefit programs.
- Maintain a professional, cooperative presence with residents, families, surveyors, and staff.
Education & In-Services
Assess education needs using survey results, evaluations, facility rounds, and leadership input.Plan, conduct, document, and evaluate all required in-services for nursing and facility staff.Prepare the annual in-service plan; publish a monthly in-service calendar.Maintain in-service records per regulations; complete all Department of Health forms related to education.Provide direct resident care as needed to support skills validation and competency.Safety, Drills & Infection Control
Plan, conduct, and document Fire / Internal Disaster / External Mass-Casualty drills.Coordinate infection control surveillance and follow-up education.Quality, Rounds & Surveys
Make rounds to observe care delivery and reinforce best practices.Participate in facility surveys / inspections as requested by the Administrator / DON.Documentation & Confidentiality
Protect employee / resident confidentiality at all times; uphold HIPAA and facility privacy policies.Prepare and maintain required reports, logs, and education files.Leadership & Supervision
Assist with overall supervision / management of staff; coach and take / assist with corrective action as appropriate.Model a neat, professional appearance; generate enthusiasm and a cooperative work environment.Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nursing program; current CA RN or LVN / LPN license (in good standing).Preferred : BSN.Experience : Minimum 1 year of direct patient care in a long-term care / SNF setting, and 1 year planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing education programs (2+ years in LTC preferred).Knowledge of PointClickCare (PCC) preferred; current CPR required.Strong communication skills; ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals; able to present to groups and answer staff questions.Solid problem-solving skills; able to interpret written, oral, diagram, and schedule instructions.Physical & Work Requirements
Very frequent standing / walking; frequent reaching / pushing / pulling; occasional sitting.Lift / carry / push up to 75 lbs frequently; occasional kneeling, stooping, crouching, climbing, balancing.Visual / auditory acuity (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception; ability to adjust focus).Works in office and clinical areas; subject to interruptions, evening / weekend / holiday needs, call-backs during emergencies.Possible exposure to infectious waste / air contaminants / hazardous chemicals; adheres to safety protocols.Note : Nothing in this description restricts management's right to assign / reassign duties at any time. Duties may change due to reasonable accommodation or operational needs.