PACS Inc
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.
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.