Nature and Scope:

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct all in-service educational programs throughout the Nursing Facility in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and as may be directed by the Director of Nursing, to assure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times Under the direction of the Director of Nursing and general supervision of the NATP RN/PD. The CNA instructor will follow the California Department of Public Health approved curriculum: Nurse Assistant Training Assessment Program (NATAP), developed by the California Community College Chancellors Office and adopted by Prosperity Training Center. The instructor is responsible to train non-certified individuals in basic nursing tasks consisting of a minimum of 60 hours of theory/classroom training on basic nursing skills, patient safety and rights, the social and psychological problems of patients, and elder abuse recognition and reporting. (HSC 1337.3(c)(2)(A)) additionally, the curriculum shall include within the 60 hours of theory/classroom training, a minimum of 6 hours of instruction on preventing, recognizing, and reporting instances of abuse utilizing those courses developed pursuant to Section 138.23 of the Penal Code, and a minimum of 1 hour of instruction on preventing, recognizing, and reporting residents' rights violations. (HSC 1337.1 (e)(1))

Location:

We are located at 1065 Bucks Lake Road, Quincy, CA 95971.

Compensation:

Compensation Philosophy:

We have 13 pay increments on our clinical pay scales to compensate staff for 30 years of relevant experience. 

Compensation Range:

LVN: $33.81-$48.20

RN: $55.77-$79.52

Job Status / Shift Information:

Per diem

Qualifications:

Education:

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university

Must have current, unencumbered RN or LPN/LVN license for the state of employment

Must possess a DSD Certification

Experience:

Two (2) years of nursing experience (LVN or RN)

One (1) year verifiable experience as a licensed nurse providing care and services in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ideal candidate must be a skilled communicator, director, and motivator

Able to organize and prioritize many tasks effectively

Must have current, unencumbered RN or LPN/LVN license for the state of employment

1+ years of long-term care experience

Responsibilities:

Plan, develop, evaluate, and coordinate educational and on-the-job training programs.

Assume the authority, responsibility and accountability of directing the in-service educational programs.

Develop, direct and schedule refresher training, as necessary, for assigned staff and licensed professional personnel.

Develop and participate in the planning, conducting, and scheduling of orientation programs that orient newly hired personnel to their position, the facility’s policies and procedures, resident rights and responsibilities, etc.

Assist licensed nursing personnel (i.e., RNs, LVNs and CNAs) in obtaining in-service training to keep their license current in accordance with state law.

Benefits / Perks:

Options offered to benefit eligible employees:

Excellent Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Plans

Paid days for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty

Retirement Plans with 3% company contribution

Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability

Considerable Paid Time Off

And more!  to review more details on current options available

Perks all employees can enjoy:

Inclusive and connected work environment

Competitive Compensation

Discounted memberships with Flight/American Medical Care Network

Shift differentials paid for certain work shifts, including Vacation pay

Child Care:

PDH is thrilled to provide our Child Care Center services to all families in our area. Our program is operational from 7:45am to 5:15pm, Monday through Friday, and is approved for children aged 0 to 5 years. After submitting your application, our Child Care Director will get in touch with you about your acceptance into the program. Once approved, we will start the enrollment process. PDH employees take priority on our waiting list. For any additional questions please contact our Child Care Center Director at (phone number removed) or .

Why Plumas District Hospital:

Work in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first. Click this link (url removed) to learn more about PDH providers, services, and surrounding community today!

Contact Information:

Recruiter Name:

Nicholas Clawson

Department Phone:

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Department Email:

Department Location:

1065 Bucks Lake Road Quincy, California 95971