Director of Staff Development & Infection Control

Overview

Director of Staff Development & Infection Control - RN or LPN

Full Time

What You’ll Be Doing

You are primarily responsible for the clinical education and supervision of staffing working in the department. Your duties will include the orientation and training of nursing staff and the implementation and facilitation of development and education programs. You will manage the infection controls programs for the community.

How You’ll Do It

• Champion Pacific Retirement Services (PRS) culture by ingraining our Mission (“Empower people to lead meaningful lives as they age.”), Vision (“Shaping a future where aging is embraced as an opportunity to thrive.”) and Core Values (“We Speak Up, We Step Up, We Lift Up, We Team Up”) into all aspects of your role.
• Understand the importance of resident rights in healthcare as well as the community as a whole, and advocate for operations, processes, and decisions that are in residents’ best interests.
• Provide an orientation program for clinical staff that focuses on polices and procedures of the department, specific clinical duties, competency skills, and state and federal regulations.
• Maintain a current educational profile on all nursing personnel and implement an ongoing evaluation process of clinical staff to ensure compliance with standards of practice.
• Develop, coordinate, implement and evaluate educations programs for clinical and ancillary staff.
• Implement and oversee PRS’ preceptor programs for clinical staff and coordinate with nursing and CNA programs to incorporate students in training.
• Develop an annual training plan staying aware of opportunities for quality improvement and training.
• Remain educated on developments and guidance from the Center for Disease Control, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the Department of Health Services and Public Health Departments.
• Oversee and manage all efforts to minimize the spread of infectious diseases throughout the community. Work to increase coordination, communication, and teamwork within and among all departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

About You

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in nursing, infection control, skilled nursing, home care management or related field is preferred
• Registered Nurse (RN ) License or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from an accredited program, school or university is required
• Knowledge of the reporting process with Department of Health Safety Network (NHSN).
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills. Must be able to use and train others on clinical software.
• Valid and current CPR certification.
  
  

Employee Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Choose from multiple plans for you and your dependents, effective the 1st of the month after hire, with premiums subsidized for employees
• Health Savings Account (HSA): We contribute $$ to help cover your medical expenses. Funds roll over and are yours to keep!
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Account (FSA): Set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible expenses and help lower your out-of-pocket costs
• Dental & Vision Insurance: Bundled coverage and multiple options, with premiums subsidized for employees
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Company-provided coverage to help protect you and your loved ones
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Use it as you earn it—take time off when you want or choose PTO for extra pay.
• 401(k) with 4% Employer Match: Boost your retirement savings with every paycheck!
• Profit Sharing Plan: We contribute to profit sharing plan, helping you build savings based on company performance.
• Employee Cafeteria: Convenient onsite dining with a variety of meal options, including discounted meals for employees.
• Free! Access to our onsite fitness center and pool
• Scholarships: Funded by residents to support your education and professional growth.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Invite your friends to join our team and score $$ when they’re hired
• Free access to our onsite fitness center
• PayActiv: Flexible access to earned wages
• Free work uniforms
• ORCA bus pass or offsite garage parking, highly subsidized
• Pet Insurance: Keep your furry family members healthy with voluntary coverage
• Employee Appreciation: We value and recognize your contributions through bonuses, events, and other rewards that celebrate your hard work.
• Resident Appreciation Bonus: An annual “thank you” from our residents recognizing your service and dedication.