LVN DSD / Infection Preventionist
Skilled Nursing Facility | Orange County, CA
Full Spectrum Search Group is a full-service healthcare recruiting agency specializing in post-acute leadership and healthcare administration. We are currently recruiting for an experienced LVN Director of Staff Development (DSD) / Infection Preventionist (IP) for a skilled nursing facility in Orange County, California.
This is an opportunity to join a stable and supportive skilled nursing operation with improving census, stabilized staffing, and strong leadership support. The organization is seeking a hands-on clinical educator and infection prevention leader who can help maintain accountability, support staff development, and continue strengthening clinical systems.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Base Salary
Up to 15% bonus potential
Benefits package offered
Supportive clinical leadership structure
Ongoing training and collaboration with enterprise clinical teams
Opportunity to work alongside experienced DSD and DON leadership teams across the organization
About the Facility
Skilled nursing facility located in Orange County, CA
Stable and supportive leadership team
Census currently operating near capacity
Staffing stabilization efforts showing strong progress
Minimal registry utilization goal with improving staffing consistency
Collaborative clinical support structure including DON, clinical coach support, and enterprise-wide DSD education resources
Position Summary
The LVN DSD / IP will oversee staff development, infection prevention processes, scheduling coordination, and ongoing clinical education within the facility. This individual will work closely with nursing leadership and operational teams to ensure compliance, staff competency, and consistent clinical practices throughout the building.
The ideal candidate is an experienced DSD who understands the pace and expectations of skilled nursing and can effectively balance education, compliance, scheduling oversight, and infection prevention responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all staff development and clinical education initiatives
Oversee infection prevention and infection control programs
Conduct clinical rounds and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Coordinate and manage nursing schedules
Support onboarding, orientation, and ongoing competency training
Maintain required documentation, tracking, and reporting
Collaborate with nursing leadership to improve systems and accountability
Assist with survey preparedness and regulatory compliance efforts
Participate in interdisciplinary leadership meetings and educational forums
Support ongoing staffing stabilization initiatives and culture development
Qualifications
Active California LVN license required
Prior skilled nursing facility experience required
Prior Director of Staff Development (DSD) experience required
Infection Preventionist (IP) certification strongly preferred
Candidates with one certification and willingness to obtain/renew the second may be considered
Strong understanding of skilled nursing regulations and clinical operations
Experience with staff education, scheduling, and compliance management
Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
Strong communication, organization, and follow-through skills
Full Spectrum is an equal opportunity search firm. We recruit candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under local, state or federal law.
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