Director of Staff Development / Infection Prevention (DSD/IP) Nurse

San Francisco Post Acute is seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Staff Development / Infection Prevention (DSD/IP) Nurse to join our team full-time. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing facility orientation, staff education, competency training, in-service programs, and infection prevention activities in accordance with applicable regulations and facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and implement facility orientation programs for nursing staff and other employees.
• Develop and provide job skills training, in-service education, competency programs, and required staff education.
• Coordinate and oversee a Certification Training Program for nursing assistants, when applicable.
• Organize, conduct, document, and evaluate required in-service education programs.
• Assess staff education needs using information from Licensing and Certification surveys, employee evaluations, facility rounds, audits, and recommendations from the Administrator and department heads.
• Prepare an annual in-service education schedule and a monthly in-service calendar.
• Maintain accurate records of all in-service education and staff training as required by applicable regulations.
• Complete required Department of Health documentation related to staff education and training.
• Conduct facility rounds and observe the delivery of resident care to identify training opportunities and quality-of-care concerns.
• Coordinate and maintain the facility's infection prevention and control surveillance program.
• Monitor infection prevention practices and promote compliance with facility policies and applicable regulations.
• Plan, conduct, and document required fire, internal disaster, and external mass casualty drills.
• Participate in facility surveys and inspections conducted by authorized government agencies.
• Coordinate and participate in the recruiting and hiring process as assigned.
• Assist with completion and processing of employment-related documentation.
• Coordinate payroll and employee benefit programs as assigned.
• Supervise staff and assist with appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Work collaboratively with the DON, Administrator, department heads, and interdisciplinary team.
• Build positive and cooperative relationships with employees, residents, patients, and families.
• Generate enthusiasm and encourage staff participation in education and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide direct resident/patient care as needed.
• Maintain a professional, neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, resident, and patient information at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administrator and/or Director of Nursing.

Requirements

• Current and valid nursing license required.
• Previous experience in staff development, infection prevention, education, skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care preferred.
• Strong knowledge of nursing practices, infection prevention, staff education, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication, organization, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective training programs for a diverse healthcare team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate training and compliance records.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with facility leadership.
• Compassionate, professional, and resident-focused approach.
• Ability to provide direct resident care when needed.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-quality care environment.

Pay

$40.00–$55.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-Time employment

Benefits

• Benefits available
• Leadership opportunity in a post-acute care setting
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on staff development, infection prevention, and resident care
• Professional growth and development opportunities