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The Director of Staff Development (DSD) position at Greatplainspa involves overseeing the orientation, training, and educational programs for nursing staff, while also providing direct patient care. The ideal candidate will have a nursing background with experience in long-term care and staff training, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with regulations.
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Job Summary
The Director of Staff Development (DSD) is responsible to plan and implement facility orientation, job skills training, in-service education, and a Certification Training Program (if applicable) for the nursing assistants as required by regulations.
The DSD also provides direct resident/patient care and supervises staff, including taking or assisting with appropriate disciplinary measures.
Utilize information from Licensing and Certification Surveys, Employee Evaluations, Facility Rounds, and recommendations from the Administrator and department heads to identify education needs.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The Director of Staff Development (DSD) position at Greatplainspa involves overseeing the orientation, training, and educational programs for nursing staff, while also providing direct patient care. The ideal candidate will have a nursing background with experience in long-term care and staff training, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with regulations.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Plan and implement facility orientation
Job skills training
In-service education
Direct resident/patient care
Coordinate infection control surveillance
Supervise staff
Nice-to-have
Generate enthusiasm
Develop cooperative relationships
Relate positively to residents and families
Key Requirements
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN or LPN)
One (1) year of direct patient care experience
One (1) year of education program planning experience