Director of Staff Development (DSD) – LVN

Shadelands Post Acute in; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Shadelands Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA, is seeking a Director of Staff Development (DSD) – LVN for a full-time role. You will develop and oversee staff education, ensure regulatory compliance, and support high-quality resident care.

The position collaborates with DON and Administration to maintain excellence in training and patient outcomes. The role requires CA LVN/LPN or RN licensure, nursing education experience in long-term care, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, valid California LVN/LPN or RN license in good standing.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year direct patient-care in long-term care with 1 year education program planning/ evaluation.
• 2+ years' experience preferred in long-term care or skilled nursing.
• Experience in staff development, infection prevention, or nursing leadership desirable.
• Strong knowledge of nursing regulations and training standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruiting and hiring of staff.
• Coordinate employment documentation and payroll/benefits processes.
• Develop professional relationships with residents, families, and employees.
• Plan, conduct, document, and coordinate in-service education programs.
• Prepare annual in-service schedule and monthly calendar.
• Maintain in-service and education records per regulations.
• Provide direct resident/patient care as needed and supervise staff.
• Coordinate infection control surveillance and assist with surveys.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative work

Education

Nursing degree

California LVN/LPN or RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Director of Staff Development (DSD) – LVN (Healthcare)

Director of Staff Development (DSD) – LVN is a full-time position at Shadelands Post Acute. The DSD plays a vital role in developing and maintaining a highly skilled nursing staff while helping ensure the highest standards of quality care for our residents.

Salary: $100,000-$110,000 per year, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-Time
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available

General Purpose

The Director of Staff Development (DSD) is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating facility orientation, job skills training, in-service education, and certification training programs for nursing assistants, as required by applicable regulations.

Working closely with the Director of Nursing (DON) and Administrator, the DSD helps ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. This position also provides direct resident/patient care and supports staff competency, compliance, and professional development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in the recruiting and hiring of staff.
• Coordinate completion and processing of employment-related documentation.
• Coordinate payroll and employee benefit programs.
• Develop positive, professional relationships with residents, families, and employees.
• Plan, conduct, document, and/or coordinate required fire, internal disaster, and external mass casualty drills.
• Maintain a neat, clean, well-groomed, and professional appearance.
• Generate enthusiasm and foster cooperative relationships among employees.
• Identify staff education needs using information from Licensing and Certification Surveys, employee evaluations, facility rounds, and recommendations from the Administrator and department heads.
• Organize in-service education programs, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Prepare the annual in-service education schedule.
• Prepare and post a monthly in-service calendar.
• Maintain accurate in-service and education records as required by applicable regulations.
• Plan and conduct meaningful in-service education programs for nursing personnel and facility staff to ensure competency in new and existing skills.
• Make rounds and observe the delivery of resident/patient care.
• Coordinate the facility's infection control surveillance program.
• Supervise staff and participate in or assist with appropriate disciplinary measures.
• Complete all forms required by the Department of Health related to in-service and education programs.
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections conducted by authorized government agencies, as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing.
• Provide direct resident/patient care as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, resident, and patient information at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrator or Director of Nursing.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, valid California LVN/LPN or RN license in good standing.
• BSN preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of direct patient-care experience in a long-term care facility, plus one (1) year of experience planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing education programs.
• Two (2) or more years of experience preferred, particularly in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
• Previous experience in staff development, employee education, infection prevention, or nursing leadership is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of applicable nursing, training, and long-term care regulations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, nursing staff, department heads, and facility leadership.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $100,000-$110,000 annually, based on experience
• Full-time employment
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on staff development and resident care
• Supportive leadership and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity for professional growth and development

Join Our Team

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.