Healthcare Staff Development Director: Education & Compliance

Rockwell Care; California; In loco; USD 80.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Continuing education assistance

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Rockwell Care in Yucca Valley is seeking a Director of Staff Development to lead the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of employee education and training programs. The role ensures staff competency, regulatory compliance, and ongoing professional development while fostering excellence in patient care and staff engagement.

You will collaborate with department leaders to assess learning needs, develop training initiatives, and ensure adherence to CMS, state regulations, OSHA,

Competenze

• Current LVN or RN license in good standing.
• 2–5 years of staff development/education or clinical leadership experience.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or acute care.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal healthcare regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and EHR systems.

Mansioni

• Develop and oversee Staff Development and Education Program.
• Plan orientation for new employees.
• Coordinate annual mandatory education and competency assessments.
• Ensure CMS, state regulations, OSHA compliance.
• Maintain training records and documentation.
• Deliver in-service education and improve clinical competency.
• Collaborate with department managers to improve staff performance.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Clinical education

Regulatory compliance

Performance improvement

Staff coaching

Public speaking

Communication

Project management

Formazione

Registered Nurse license (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Strumenti

MS Office

EHR systems

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Friday (occasional evenings or weekends as needed)
Location : Yucca Valley
Salary: $80,000–$90,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Staff Development to lead the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of employee education and training programs. The ideal candidate will ensure staff competency, regulatory compliance, and continuous professional development while fostering a culture of excellence in patient care and employee engagement.

The Director of Staff Development will work closely with department leaders to assess educational needs, develop training initiatives, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the organization's Staff Development and Education Program.
• Plan and conduct orientation programs for new employees.
• Coordinate annual mandatory education and competency assessments.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, state regulations, OSHA, infection control, and facility policies.
• Monitor staff education records and maintain accurate training documentation.
• Develop and deliver in-service education programs based on identified learning needs.
• Collaborate with department managers to improve staff performance and clinical competency.
• Assist with survey preparation and regulatory inspections.
• Promote employee engagement, professional growth, and leadership development.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and recommend improvements.
• Stay current with healthcare regulations, evidence-based practices, and educational methodologies.

Qualifications

Required

• LVN or Registered Nurselicense in good standing (State of employment).
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in staff development, education, or clinical leadership within a healthcare setting.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or acute care preferred.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal healthcare regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Preferred

• Director of Staff Development (DSD) certification (where applicable).
• Experience preparing facilities for state surveys.
• CPR/BLS Instructor certification.
• Experience with quality improvement and performance improvement programs.

Skills

• Leadership and team development
• Clinical education and training
• Regulatory compliance
• Performance improvement
• Staff coaching and mentoring
• Project management
• Public speaking and presentation
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Continuing education assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays

Experience

• Staff Development/Education: 2–5 years required
• Clinical Nursing Leadership: 2+ years preferred
• Long-Term Care or Skilled Nursing: 2+ years preferred

License/Certification

• Current LVN or Registered Nurse (RN) License (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)
• DSD Certification (Preferred, if applicable by state)

Indeed Screening Questions

• Do you have a current RN or LVN license in the state of employment?
• How many years of staff development or clinical education experience do you have?
• Do you have experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility?
• Are you familiar with CMS and state regulatory requirements?
• Are you authorized to work in the United States?