Director of Staff Development/Infection Preventionist Consultant at Links Healthcare

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

125000.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Infection Prevention, Staff Development, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Coaching, Auditing, Curriculum Development, Multi-site Leadership, Outbreak Investigation, Policy Review, Interpersonal Communication, Adult Education Strategies, Clinical Competency Monitoring

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Links Healthcare is a fully supportive service company for Skilled Nursing Facilities focusing on the Quality of Patient Care and development of Healthcare Leaders. We take a familial approach towards our services which are designed to enhance the management and operational capabilities of our Healthcare Leaders. Job Description: The IP/DSD Consultant provides multi-site leadership, guidance, and support for the infection prevention and staff development programs across multiple skilled nursing facilities. This role ensures that each facility maintains regulatory compliance, implements best practices in infection control, and fosters continuous staff education and competency development. The consultant serves as a subject matter expert, mentor, and resource for facility-based IP and DSD team members. Key Responsibilities: Infection Prevention Support: * Conduct audits and reviews of facility Infection Prevention and Control Programs (IPCP). * Ensure compliance with CMS, CDPH, and local public health requirements. * Support facilities during outbreak investigations, infection tracking, and reporting. * Provide ongoing training and coaching to on-site IPs to enhance infection control practices. * Review and update infection prevention policies and procedures system-wide. Staff Development Oversight: * Evaluate and support the effectiveness of staff development programs in each facility. * Mentor and coach facility-based DSDs to ensure quality onboarding and continuing education programs. * Develop standardized educational materials and in-service training modules. * Monitor and ensure compliance with required training, certifications, and clinical competencies. * Support preparation for surveys related to education, infection control, and clinical practices. Consultative Leadership: * Act as a liaison between corporate clinical leadership and facility teams. * Identify trends, gaps, and training needs across facilities and develop action plans. * Collaborate with HR, QA, and Nursing Leadership to align training and infection control initiatives with overall organizational goals. * Stay current with regulations, infection prevention innovations, and adult education strategies. Qualifications: * Current LVN license (multi-state or state-specific as required). * Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred or willing to obtain within 6 months. * Completion of approved Director of Staff Development (DSD) course. * 3–5 years of experience in skilled nursing, with at least 3 years in an infection control or staff development leadership role. * Previous multi-site or regional experience strongly preferred. * Strong knowledge of Title 22, CMS regulations, OSHA, and CDPH guidelines. * Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coaching skills. * Willingness to travel regularly between facilities Job Type: Full-time Pay: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience: * DSD: 3 years (Required) * IP (Infection Prevention): 3 years (Required) License/Certification: * LVN license (Required) Willingness to travel: * 100% Work Location: On the road We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Responsibilities

Provide multi-site leadership and guidance for infection prevention and staff development programs across multiple skilled nursing facilities. Ensure regulatory compliance and mentor facility-based team members to enhance clinical practices and education.