NA Class Instructor

• Job Title NA Class Instructor (RN)
• Location Portland, OR
• Department Nursing Services

West Hills Health & Rehab, an award winning skilled nursing facility tucked away in the Southwest hills of Portland has pioneered a successful and heavily utilized NA1 training program since 2014.

We are now searching for an RN to educate our students and provide a rewarding, challenging and enjoyable classroom experience to those looking to further their career in direct care.

If you are a nurse with clinical knowledge and experience ready to pass on your knowledge to our upcoming generations of CNAs, apply today

IMPORTANT NOTE : We are incredibly flexible and more than willing to discuss either full or part-time employment options as well as a contracted educator.

This role will provide flexibility and autonomy to the dedicated and enthusiastic educator that will join our team. Whether you are a nurse that is looking to launch into a full time career of educating aspiring CNAs year round or maybe you are looking for a part-time gig where you can make a difference during certain times of the year on a per diem basis, we want to talk to you!

West Hills Health & Rehab offers a fantastic benefits package for all employees including :

• Medical Insurance
• Telephonic / Online Visits through First Stop Health
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance / AD&D & Dismemberment
• Additional Voluntary Benefits Plan Options through Colonial Life
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Robust PTO Plan

Training Functions

• Develop, plan, conduct, and schedule effective training classes that provide instructions on position tasks, satisfies in-service and orientation
• Provides continuing education training as able for the facility staff.
• Manages staff certification and education to meet state survey requirements.
• Maintains in-service attendance records, competencies, classroom and make-up work, and curriculum and test inventories.
• Periodically review the policies and procedures and make recommendations for revisions. Monitor that staff comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
• Partner with other departments in planning the training programs, curriculum, and activities.
• Utilize adult principles of learning and approved effective teaching techniques.
• Promotes and performs continuous evaluation of programs.
• Counsels and advises staff regarding policy, behavior, and / or attendance issues. Documents counseling sessions and conferences them with the Director of Nursing prior to and following any incidents.
• Maintains a professional educational setting which enhances the education programs.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which training assignments will be accomplished.
• Assist the Director of Nursing in planning clinical supervision for CNA’s and other departments.
• Administer and maintain staff immunization program.

Safety and Sanitation

• Provide personal protective equipment to staff when performing procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids.
• Maintain a work environment that is clean and presents a professional image.

Personnel Functions

• Participates in staff reviews by observing performance and make recommendations to the Director of Nursing / Executive Director for action and monitoring.
• Develop clinical training assignments and ensure completion and performance of such assignments.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies / personnel, and the general public.

Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility. Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved RN program.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in the subject field. Evidence of proficiency in Instructional methodology strong interpersonal communication skills.

Applies and accepted for state CNA instructor and testier if applicable.

Licensing / Certifications

Must possess a current and active license to practice as an RN in this state.