Staff Development Nurse

Under limited supervision, The Staff Development Nurse is responsible for assessing training needs, planning, implementing, and providing in-service education and department-specific orientation for new team members. The Staff Development Nurse ensures all medical staff are trained to provide care in alignment with the organization’s "Philosophy for Person-Directed Care", while maintaining compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations. This role is also accountable for the nursing needs of residents, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff, and visitors to participate in each resident’s daily life rhythm. The Staff Development Nurse collaborates with care partners to develop daily assignments, holds team members accountable for resident care and satisfaction, and leads and directs a team of caregivers in assigned areas. Duties and assignments may be adjusted at the discretion of the Director of Nursing Services and/or designee.

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

FLSA Classification – Non-exempt

Job Category – Regular Full-Time

Schedule - Day Shift w/occasional evenings & weekends as needed. 

Pay rate: 

$44.50 - $54.79 per hour, DOE

Shift pay differentials (Evenings = $1.00) (NOC = $2.00)

To be successful in the role, you would have:

• Current RN License OR Active enrollment in RN Program(Graduation in 2026) in Washington State
• Must complete a DSD certification within one year of hire
• Clinical observation and assessment skills
• Proficient computer skills necessary to complete documentation, review electronic health records and communicate with team members.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience or one year as a nursing supervisor
• Senior Care or Rehabilitation Experience

Work Duties

The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. 

• Assesses resident’s needs at the time of admission and continually evaluates residents’ condition during the duration of their stay and promotes the highest functional level of independence possible (keeping in compliance with state and federal regulations, and the community’s safety procedures);
• Leads and directs care partners by providing support, encouragement, and direction as appropriate;
• Accurately and completely performs direct nursing services, such as, medication administration, treatments, personal care and other nursing procedures.
• Assures proper documentation including but not limited to: consents, summary notes, care plans, medication records, etc.
• Actively engages and participates in the community’s QAPI program;
• Completes risk management, progress notes, assessments, weekly summaries, and care plans;
• Handles admission inquiries when either the Admissions Coordinator or Director of Nursing is not available.
• Assists Licensed Nurses and other IDT members as needed;
• Maintains daily records consistent with regulations;
• Promotes and protects the rights of each resident;
• Assesses and identifies training needs through evaluation of staff and by keeping abreast of relevant medical advances;
• Evaluates of effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement;
• Meets training requirements established by policy, Title 22 and OBRA in terms of necessary hours and topics available to Team;
• Provides in-services for team members campus wide as necessary;
• Provides new employee orientation for Team;
• Participates in outside educational programs in order to keep abreast of changes in the medical field;
• Develops and maintains professional contacts to network for guest speakers and topics for in-services;
• Conducts work tasks safely and in compliance with the facility safety program;
• Provides effective and courteous service to all residents, guests and co-workers;
• Performs various related essential duties as required;
• May perform Direct Care duties as required.
• Ensures licensure / certification of department team members are current and active
• Takes responsibility to lead the team and ensure that all procedures are followed during emergency situations.

What’s in it for you?

As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living communities in California and one of the largest in the country, we are more than just a place to work. We are here to ensure that all we serve are provided with every opportunity to become their best selves as they define it, and this begins with YOU.

At HumanGood, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself on top of an incredible package of benefits and perks for our part-time and full-time Team Members that can add up to 40% of your base pay.

Full-Time Team Members:

• • 20 days of paid time off, plus 7 company holidays (increases with years of service)

  • 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest

  • Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1st of the month following your start date

  • $25 tax per line Cell Phone Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • 5 star employer-paid employee assistance program

  • Find additional benefits here: www.HGcareers.org

Come see what HumanGood has to offer!

As an equal opportunity employer, HumanGood provides employment opportunities regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, familial status or any other classification protected by law.