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Certified in 2022 as “A Great Place to Work,” Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider that has proudly served older adults for over 50 years. With dozens of communities throughout Northern California, Eskaton is a great place to join and build a solid career with. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, Eskaton employees have the opportunity to make a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Our Benefits include but are not limited to...

• Wellness programs upon hire
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off programs
• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available
• Same-day pay option available

This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.

Position Summary:

The Director of Staff Development conducts, coordinates, and administers training for nursing and facility staff in the form of orientations, in-service training, and pre-certification training as indicated. This position keeps abreast of regulations pertaining to state and federal requirements and conducts and coordinates the nursing preceptor program. They also provide topical and current in-service educational programs, maintains all records related to education and training in the facility, and possesses the role of Infection Control Preventionist.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $35.00 to $39.58/hour.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Coordinates nursing orientation for all SNF nursing staff/support staff.

• Coordinates the nursing preceptor program.

• Initiates and implements instructional programs for all staff.

• Maintains record-keeping requirements as required by Title XXII and federal regulations.

• Is the primary lead person in the interview/selection panel process for the facility.

• Maintains in-service attendance records for all staff as required.

• Coordinates Body Mechanics classes for all new employees of the facility. Ensures that each staff member is re-certified on an annual basis.

Qualifications

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current RN or LVN license with the California State Board of Nursing.

Training and Experience:

Two years of recent experience in a long term care facility in addition to one year of experience planning, implementing and evaluating educational programs in nursing. One year recent supervisory experience.

Job Knowledge:

Possesses an in-depth knowledge of comprehensive nursing care.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse