Staff Development Coordinator

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Virginia is looking for a Staff Development Coordinator at the Puller Veterans Center. This role is responsible for planning and executing staff development initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting nursing teams. Candidates must have an RN license, BLS certification, and experience in nursing, particularly in geriatric care. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current State of Virginia RN license.
• Must have current BLS Certification.
• 1 year of Nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, organize, implement, evaluate and coordinate staff education programs.
• Facilitate a staff development program.
• Oversee CNA certification program.

Skills

Planning

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Current State of Virginia RN license

Current BLS Certification

BLS Instructor certification (willing to obtain)

Job description

Title: Staff Development Coordinator

State Role Title: RN II

Hiring Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location:Puller Veterans Center

Agency Website:www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

In this position, you will be responsible to plan, direct, organize, implement, evaluate, and coordinate a comprehensive Staff Education program in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern such requirements in the facility to meet staff and resident needs
Knowledge and working knowledge of skilled/long-term care, licensed nurse/CNA duties, and PCC/POC use

Skillset to facilitate a staff development program and provide guidance, resource, and training to facility staff

Ability to educate and develop effective nursing teams with excellent planning, organizational, communicative, and interpersonal skills.



Implement CPR certification and compliance

Oversee and direct the facility’s CNA certification program

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

Must hold current State of Virginia RN license
Must have current BLS Certification
BLS Instructor – Willing to obtain within 6 months of hire date
1 year of Nursing experience

Preferred
1- 3 years in geriatric skilled nursing/long-term care experience a plus

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided with a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "your application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at wwww.jobs.virgnia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance.

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative hiring process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disabilities (COD) provided by the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilititative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.

If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link:
https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019

Contact Information

Name: Beth Rinker

Phone: [e-mail]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.