Staff Development Director RN at River City Nursing and Rehab

Jacksonville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Curriculum Design, Clinical Instruction, Regulatory Compliance, Performance Improvement, Infection Control, Policy Development, Staff Orientation, Competence Assessment, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Microsoft Office Suite

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Job Title Code: STAFFDEVDIR FLSA: Exempt Position Purpose Primary purpose and function of the position is to orient and educate all nursing personnel who are hired in the facility and to ensure safe effective nursing care according to the federal, state and facility guidelines and policies and procedures. Essential Job Functions – Principal Accountabilities Plans, implements, directs and evaluates the education program in the facility based on identified resident needs, nursing needs, other staff needs, federal, state and local regulations. Provides orientation for all facility personnel. Provides orientation for all personnel according to state, federal and facility guidelines. Provides in-service orientation for all nursing and facility personnel to include federal and state mandated education. Records all employee in-service attendance. Responsible for yearly nursing staff competence assessment and record keeping. Obtains guest speakers when appropriate to topic. Resources may include lab services, physicians, pharmacy, respiratory therapists, case manager, social, worker, rehabilitation staff, and outside consultants as needed. Responsible for facility yearly in-service calendar. Participates in all aspects of performance improvement activities including risk management. Sits on the QAPI committee. Participates in all aspects of infection control activities. Sits on the infection control committee. Functions as the resource nurse, or staff nurse as needed. Creates, reviews, or revises all facility policies and procedures in accordance with state, or federal guidelines as well as research-based practice. Maintains and reviews employee files as they relate to health, , and mandatory education requirements to ensure regulatory compliance. Monitors compliance of nursing staff with all facility policies and procedures to ensure safe, effective nursing care for all residents. Assures resident safety through strict adherence to protocols, policies, and procedures, open communication with residents, supervisors, and coworkers, and careful observation of residents, equipment, and environmental conditions. Other Job Functions Provides nursing care to residents, when needed. Performs other duties as assigned Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Knowledge of medical principles (symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health care). Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations Oral and written communication skills Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills Customer service skills Must display professionalism, initiative, positive attitude, and concern for others Must be stress tolerant, self-motivated, cooperative, team-oriented, and dependable. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Physical Demands/Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work in an office environment with controlled temperature and lighting. Move about within and outside the facility to attend meetings, training events, and other business activities. Operate computer, read, remain in a stationary position, converse with others. Legibly complete forms; perform data entry of information. Remain in a stationary position for extended periods. Converse with others, write legibly, read and comprehend written/verbal information. Communicate instructions or demonstrate tasks. Lift and carry up to 20 pounds frequently; up to 50 pounds occasionally. Occasionally lift and move resident weighing over 100 pounds while demonstrating care techniques. Stretch, bend, stoop, squat, twist, crouch, kneel, and balance to access all resident body parts, Stand and walk frequently; Sit for extended periods; simple grasp; fine hand manipulation; near vision; hear conversation; speak. Requirements Minimum Requirements Education: Associate degree in Nursing, or equivalent, is required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is desirable. Experience: Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable. Certification/License: Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing is required. Candidates are required to attain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days after hire. State background check standards must be maintained as a condition of continued employment in accordance with Florida Statutes Chapters 435 and 408.809 and Florida Administrative Code 59A-35.090.

Responsibilities

The Staff Development Director is responsible for orienting and educating all nursing personnel to ensure safe and effective care according to regulatory guidelines. This includes managing the facility's education program, conducting competence assessments, and participating in QAPI and infection control committees.