DSD /IP Nurse Come join our GREAT team! We are looking for a Director of Staff Development / Infection Prevention Nurse to join our team! Requirements: Valid LVN License in good standing; DSD certificate collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, treating all residents with dignity and respect, communicating effectively with all staff, residents and family members. Some of the duties include: Develop and monitor the goals and objectives of the in-service trainings for the facility Interviewing, hiring and orienting new employees Creating and maintaining records and reports pertinent to in-service requirements Partnering with Administrator and DON to meet daily staffing and PPD goals Reviewing and creating daily staffing schedule Attending meetings and serving on committee's as required Ensuring that all staff attend and participate in in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training programs for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard Responsible for providing direct patient care when not performing DSD duties Representing the department at and participate in top level meetings Implementing recommendations from the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee as they relate to the educational needs of the facility Maintaining a positive and calm disposition when communicating with staff, residents, family, visitors, government entities, etc. Following Infection and Control policies and procedures Reporting any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, or other hazardous materials to a supervisor immediately Protecting each resident's file and data with confidentially per HIPAA standards Abiding with all facility policies and procedures including not disclosing user ID codes and passwords Requirements: LVN license Experience in a skilled nursing facility APIC Certification in infection control