• LTC Staff Development Specialist

    Alameda Health System (San Leandro, CA)


    LTC Staff Development Specialist

    + San Leandro, CA

    + Fairmont Hospital

    + FMT Nursing Administration

    + Full Time - Day

    + $53.044 to $88.37 per hour

    + Req #:43077-32008

    + FTE:1

    + Posted:Yesterday

    Summary

    JOB SUMMARY

    The LTC Staff Development Specialist administers and plans the facility nurse assistant training and education programs implemented by this facility in accordance with current federal, state guidelines and AHS policy. Responsible for the facility orientation program, education and in-servicing program for facility staff and monitors the clinical activities of facility staff either directly or in collaboration with the Director of Nursing Services. Performs related duties as required.

    DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    NOTE:The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

     

    + Ensures continued competency of the nursing staff through quality assurance activities; provides one-on-one demonstration, practice and supervision of all nursing staff at least annually to monitor and provide support.

    + Monitors employee performance and takes necessary action for compliance issues; develops and conducts an orientation program for new, rehired and contract employees; provides hands on clinical orientation and instruction to licensed and

    + unlicensed staff; conducts or coordinates new employee job training and CPR training; assesses resident needs in relation to staff abilities and designs appropriate training programs.

    + Observes, oversees the infection control program and teaches the facility infection control policies and procedures and residents’ rights to all employees; observes and teaches the company safety policies and procedures to facility staff assumes responsibility for obtaining continuing education relating to the care of the resident and nursing education.

    + Orients all new employees to the facility in accordance with policy; ensuring that all training is completed in accordance with state, federal and compliance requirements.

    + Plans, implements, directs and evaluates the education program in the facility based on identified resident needs, staff needs, government regulations and company policy; recruits outside vendors to provide up-to-date education programs; evaluates residents and staff training needs and provides leadership with comprehensive recommendations concerning the educational/training needs of certified nursing assistants.

    + Works with the Director, Long Term Care Operations to ensure clinical competency of nursing staff through observed skills evaluation; ensures educational curriculum in the facility meets or exceeds state, federal, and accreditation requirements; plans and conducts state and federally required in-service programs.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration or related field.

     

    Minimum Experience: Five years of progressive work experience in long term care, this includes two years’ experience in planning, implementing and managing education programs for adults in the nursing field.

     

    Minimum Experience: Prior supervisory / people management experience.

     

    Required Licensure/Certification: Valid certification as a Director of Staff Development in the State of California – or to be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.

     

    Required Licensure/Certification: Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Vocational Nurse in the State of California.

    PAY RANGE

    $53.044 to $88.37 per hour

     

    _The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program._

     

    Alameda Health System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military background.