Director of Staff Development (DSD)

Napa Post Acute | Napa, CA
💰 $90,000 - $110,000 Annually
📍 Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

Build Great Nurses. Elevate Patient Care. Lead with Purpose.

Napa Post Acute is seeking an exceptional Director of Staff Development (DSD) to join our leadership team. If you're a passionate LVN who loves coaching, teaching, mentoring, and developing nursing talent, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

Our next DSD will play a critical role in ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and staff engagement by developing the nurses and caregivers who provide outstanding care to our residents every day.

This position is ideal for an experienced LVN leader who is energized by education, inspired by teamwork, and committed to creating a culture of continuous learning and quality care.

Why Join Napa Post Acute?

At Napa Post Acute, we know that investing in our employees leads to exceptional resident outcomes. We foster a supportive, team-oriented culture where leaders are empowered to innovate, inspire, and grow.

We Offer:

✅ Competitive salary of $90,000 - $110,000 annually
✅ Medical, dental, and vision insurance
✅ 401(k) retirement plan
✅ Paid time off and holidays
✅ Ongoing training and professional development
✅ Career advancement opportunities
✅ Supportive executive leadership team
✅ Stable organization with a strong reputation for quality care

Your Impact

As the Director of Staff Development, you will be responsible for leading all staff education, training, competency validation, and clinical onboarding initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct nursing orientation programs for new hires
• Develop and implement ongoing clinical education and in-service programs
• Ensure nursing staff maintain required competencies and certifications
• Assist with survey preparedness and regulatory compliance
• Support infection prevention and control education efforts
• Monitor mandatory training completion and maintain education records
• Mentor and coach nurses, CNAs, and clinical staff
• Collaborate with nursing leadership on quality improvement initiatives
• Promote a culture of learning, accountability, and clinical excellence
• Serve as a resource and educator for nursing staff throughout the facility

Qualifications

Required

• Current California LVN license in good standing
• Minimum 2 years of LVN experience
• Experience in skilled nursing, post-acute care, or long-term care
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Passion for training, coaching, and developing others

Preferred

• Previous experience as a Staff Development Coordinator or DSD
• Familiarity with California Department of Public Health regulations
• Experience conducting staff training and competency programs
• Knowledge of infection prevention and quality assurance processes

Who Will Thrive Here?

You are the person your team turns to for guidance. You enjoy teaching new skills, building confidence in others, and helping staff reach their full potential. You believe that great clinical outcomes start with great education, and you're excited to help shape the next generation of caregivers.

Join Napa Post Acute

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to influence patient outcomes, develop future healthcare leaders, and make a meaningful difference every day.

Apply today and become the driving force behind clinical excellence at Napa Post Acute.

Director of Staff Development (DSD)
Napa Post Acute | Napa, CA
Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
Full-Time Leadership Position

🏥 Train. Mentor. Inspire. Lead.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.