Director of Staff Development

Covenant Living at the Samarkand; United States; On-site; USD 86,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and and 

Disability insurance

PTO & six paid holidays

403(b) with a 3% employer match

Fitness center use

Voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Covenant Living Communities & Services, Inc. seeks an Education and Training Specialist to plan, schedule, and teach in-services for licensed nurses, nursing assistants, and other staff in accordance with state requirements.

The role develops training programs, maintains compliant records, supports managers, and may lead technology-based or infection control training, with strong organizational and leadership skills. An active LPN/LVN license and geriatric nursing experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires LPN/LVN license in good standing and active nursing license.
• 2 years of geriatric nursing experience.
• 1 year planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and teach in-services for licensed nurses, nursing assistants and other staff as required by the state.
• Create and develop training programs based on business or regulatory needs.
• Maintain records demonstrating compliance in all staff in-services.
• Support managers in planning, presenting and evaluating in-service programs.
• May lead other training including technology-based and infection control training.
• Ensure continuous improvements are made and regulatory training requirements are implemented.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent planning

Leadership ability

Training materials

Technology use

Education

LPN/LVN certificate

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree

State-required training certificates

Tools

Microsoft Office

Audio-Visual equipment

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve.

Training and Education:

• Plan, schedule, and teach (as appropriate) all in-services for licensed nurses, nursing assistants and other staff as required by the state.
• Create and develop training/programming based on business or regulatory needs.
• Utilize staff resources and suggestions and make use of community services to enhance the educational development of staff.
• Maintain appropriate recordkeeping systems that will demonstrate compliance in all staff in-services.
• Support department managers in planning, presenting and evaluating in-service programs.
• May lead other types of training, including technology based training and infection control training for the facility.
• Measure training and in-service effectiveness.
• Ensure continuous improvements are made.
• Manages all campus in-services and does the training or brings in appropriate speakers in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Staff Leadership:

• Assist in staff supervision, training, performance appraisals and discipline.
• Make recommendations for hiring, discipline and termination.
• May have direct reports, based on the location.
• Conduct general orientation / onboarding for employees to their work areas.
• Establish contact with staff and be a resource by building effective relationships.

Compliance, Policy, and Procedure:

• Support and interpret policies and procedures to staff.
• Participate in community events and networking to stay in tune with key trends and changes.
• Represent facility as appropriate in the community.
• Ensures regulatory training requirements are implemented and completed.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Actively participates in annual state surveys and with health care administrative team communicates results to residents, families and staff and oversees resolution of any deficiencies within time frame established on survey.
• Keeps current on all changes in the industry, particularly regulatory changes.

Education and Work Experience:

• Required Degree: LPN/LVN certificate or Associate Degree
• Preferred Degree: Bachelor’s degree
• Certificate(s): Completion of any state required training or certifications, such as Infection Control certification and the like.
• Active LPN or LVN license in good standing.
• Experience: 2 year’s experience in geriatric nursing.
• 1 year experience in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs in the field of nursing.
• Previous leadership or managerial experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Proven ability to follow through, take initiative, and get results.
• Excellent interpersonal relations and communication skills.
• Must have the ability to plan and carry out responsibilities independently.
• Ability to create effective training materials and programs, and communicate in a manner conducive to learning.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to lead projects and programs effectively.
• Excellent computer and technology skills.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires mobility to move around the office and throughout the facility. Manual dexterity and keen vision are necessary in use of a computer and to perform various nursing duties. Must be able to support up to 100 pounds, lift up to 25 pounds independently and lift up to 50 pounds with assistance. May be exposed to unpleasant conditions and is at risk of exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious material. This position may require availability on weekends and holidays, or on shifts other than the one for which hired. It may also require work beyond normal working hours and in other nursing positions on a temporary basis as needs arise. Equipment used in performance of duties includes general office equipment as well as routine nursing equipment and Audio-Visual equipment. General office equipment includes but is not limited to: telephone system, copier, computer, typewriter, calculator, and fax machine. Routine nursing equipment includes but is not limited to: thermometer, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, wheelchair, patient lifts, IV equipment, suction machines, nebulizer machines, and oxygen equipment, voice assistant and headset.

Leadership Compensation Pay Range:

#Leadership Compensation Pay Range: $85,715.00 - $122,720.00 per year

Reasonable Pay Estimate:

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $85,715.00 - $122,720.00 per year. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.

Voluntary Benefits:

• Life, AD&D
• Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Employee assistance program
• Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
• Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

Company Values:

• Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed.
• Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions.
• Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties.
• Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations.

We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents. We believe in making a difference in other’s lives. We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.