NA Class Instructor - Avamere Three Fountains

Nursing Assistant Instructor

Shift Type : Full-Time

Shift : Day Shift

Location : Avamere Three Fountains and Avamere at Waterford - 835 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR 97504

This position will also provide classroom and clinical education for Avamere Health Services Nursing Assistant Level 1 Program.

The Primary Instructor is responsible for screening, interviewing and placement of students in each cohort. Cohorts include 96 hours of classroom / Lab and 75 hours of Clinical.

Responsibilities :

• Accountable for the classroom, laboratory and clinical practicum
• Implement the required Board-approved curriculum
• Supervise and be present in the classroom at least 75% of the time that classes are being taught
• Is onsite and available during 100% of the clinical teaching time
• Provide effective teaching strategies in an environment that encourage student and instructor interaction
• Accurately records students’ daily attendance
• Follows and enforces Student Guidelines
• Evaluate the competency of students
• Maintains classroom in good physical order, helps to manage program supplies and keep equipment in good repair
• Enters classroom at designated time with all necessary materials. Begins and ends class at scheduled times and follows scheduled student break times
• May delegate classroom, laboratory and or clinical teaching responsibilities to a Delegated Instructor and / or a clinical teaching associate if directed to do so by the NA Program Director
• The Primary Instructor shall hold a current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon
• Two or more years of experience as a Registered Nurse and teaching experience or educational preparation for teaching adults
• Must complete the Train the CNA Trainer course on adult instruction
• Must have sufficient ability to move around the building and classroom to satisfy student needs and / or facilitate student participation
• Delivers course work using contemporary teaching strategies and practices
• Participates in the planning and evaluation of each segment of the curriculum

Qualifications :

• Nursing degree from an accredited college or university
• Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state. ADN / BSN Registered Nurses, active unencumbered Oregon license required
• Must have a minimum of two years experiences working in a Skilled Nursing or Long Term Care setting.
• Must complete a training course on adult instruction or have demonstrated that he or she has one year experience teaching adults
• Acceptable experience does not include in-service education or patient teaching
• Two or more years of experience as a Registered Nurse and teaching experience or educational preparation for teaching adults
• Must have sufficient ability to move around the building and classroom to satisfy student needs and / or facilitate student participation
• Must have sufficient visual and auditory ability to operate computer equipment, use telephone, read materials, use white board and use classroom equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively in classroom and individual settings
• Knowledge of materials (subjects) that will be taught to students and ability to use and communicate the curriculum
• Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced work environment
• Ability to use current technology to maintain student records, e.g., Microsoft Office
• Ability to achieve or maintain credential and / or licensure within expected time frames
• Demonstrates professionalism in manner, dress and conduct as a representative of Avamere Health Services, LLC
• Ability to remain objective and treat all students equally
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality

Employee Perks :

• Tuition assistance
• Mentorship opportunities
• Career development
• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more
• Generous employee referral program
• Paid time off / sick leave (rolls over annually)
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
• Discounted meal program for all employees
30+ days ago