Staff Development Director - Infection Preventionist RN

BIRMINGHAM GREEN

Nursing Home and Assisted Living Facilities

Birmingham Green, a person-centered care focus community in Manassas, Virginia, recently received the ACHA/NCAL National Quality Award; we have provided high-quality and affordable care for 90 years.

For a view into our world, please visit our website at www.birminghamgreen.org

Come lead our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of seniors.

We aim to create a home-like environment that prioritizes the overall well-being of our residents, not just their physical health. As the Learning & Development Director, you will oversee and direct the education of our staff at all levels, including conducting performance evaluations and disciplinary actions for your direct reports. Plans, develops and directs an in-service education program, nurse aide training, and preceptor programs on all shifts. Develops and directs new employee orientation and provides employee health counseling for all team members.

If you share our values of Stewardship, Inclusiveness, and Passion and have a strong commitment to serving seniors, apply today!

Requirements

● Nursing School Graduate and current unencumbered VA Registered Nurse license

● Infection Control Preventionist

● At least three years of experience as a Staff Development Personnel, preferably in long-term care and rehabilitative/restorative nursing and three years of adult education experience, and one year of supervisory experience

Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care and assisted-living care
Experience providing training to nursing and non-nursing staff
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other computer skills

● Adult CPR (current certification) and IV Therapy, Infection Control, and Dementia Specialist certificates

● Knowledge of medical/nursing practices and procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines, including those related to nursing and assisted living care, facilities, and Medicare

● Sound nursing judgment and hands-on nursing care skills, including the ability to deliver urgent nursing care when necessary

● Used to behavior and needs of elderly people, as well as integrity and discretion in dealing with personal and health information (including HIPAA compliance)

● Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and leadership skills

● Can read and interpret technical instructions and materials, accurately document treatment, and write clear reports and business correspondence

● Problem-solver, detail-oriented, and able to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

● Good basic math and computer skills

● Organized, adaptable, patient, reliable, safety-minded, empathetic, and a team player!

Please note: while we strongly believe in equal opportunities, this position necessitates certain physical requirements, including lifting up to 20 pounds unassisted, sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching, and kneeling, balancing and maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling, reaching over the head, pushing/pulling, grasping with both hands and fine manipulation.

Main tasks and responsibilities

● Plan, organize, and implement an educational program to meet the regulatory requirements for training.

● Maintain relationships with physicians, pharmacists, service providers, and other leaders in the community

● Coordinate educational services with other leaders for continuity of care

● Oversee staffing, including interviewing, hiring, and training

● Develop policies and guidelines for the nursing assistant training program

● Develop policies and guidelines for a geriatric nursing assistant training program

● Oversee ordering and care of supplies and equipment

● Complete required forms, reports, evaluations, and studies

● Ensure compliance with policies and procedures for personnel, residents, and visitors

● Maintain and update written policies and procedures

● Participate in surveys, inspections, in-service classes, and meetings

● Participate in manager-on-duty program

What’s in It for You — Employee Benefits

- Medical, dental, & vision insurance to keep you healthy