NA Class Instructor - RN Status : Full-Time Shift : Monday - Friday Location : Avamere Rehab of Junction City - 530 Birch Street, Junction City, OR 97448 BSN or Associate degree from an accredited college or university is required Apply now at TeamAvamere.com This position will also provide classroom and clinical education for Avamere 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. Job Summary The NA Instructor will provide instruction within the Nursing Assistant Program at Avamere Living.
The instructor must be current and competent in the Nursing Assistant Scope of Practice and core curriculum objectives included in all courses.
The position requires a high level of organizational skills.
The NA Instructor is responsible for instructing courses and correlating laboratory exercises for each course they teach.
The instructor's responsibilities include clinical instruction and evaluation.
Excellent communication skills are essential.
The incumbent must be able to motivate and inspire students.
The NA Instructor ensures that course and clinical laboratory exercises meet course objectives, for each course they teach. Employee Perks : At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes :
- Health Insurance : Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Low individual and family deductible.
401 (k) Plan : After 90 days of employment, with matching program.Paid Time Off (PTO) : Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.Generous employee referral bonus program.Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA : Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).Professional Development : Opportunities for growth and development within the company.Voluntary Benefits : Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more. Essential Duties and Job ResponsibilitiesResponsible for screening, interviewing and placement of students in each cohort.Cohorts include 96 hours of classroom / Lab and 75 hours of Clinical.
Accountable for the classroom, laboratory and clinical practicum.Implement the required Board-approved curriculum.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.Enter the 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 clinical teaching responsibilities to a Delegated Instructor and / or a clinical teaching associate if directed to do so by the NA Program Director.Must complete the "Train the CNA Trainer" course on adult instructionMust have sufficient ability to move around the building and classroom to satisfy student needs and / or facilitate student participationDelivers course work using contemporary teaching strategies and practicesParticipates in the planning and evaluation of each segment of the curriculumPerforms other duties as assigned. Successful incumbent employees must be able to perform the position's essential duties to the organization's satisfaction, with or without reasonable accommodation. Requirements and QualificationsRegistered Nursing degree from an accredited college or universityCurrent, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in this state.Must have a minimum of two years' experience working in a Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care setting.Two or more years of experience as a Registered NurseOne or more years teaching adults in the healthcare setting (does not include in-service and or patient education)Must have sufficient ability to move around the building and classroom to satisfy student needs and / or facilitate student participationMust have sufficient visual and auditory ability to operate computer equipment, use telephone, read materials, use white board and use classroom equipmentAbility to communicate effectively in classroom and individual settingsKnowledge of materials (subjects) that will be taught to students and ability to use and communicate the curriculumAbility to adapt quickly in fast-paced work environmentAbility to use current technology to maintain student records, e.g., Microsoft OfficeDemonstrates professionalism in manner, dress and conduct as a representative of Avamere LivingAbility to remain objective and treat all students equallyAttention to detail and commitment to qualityMust be able to read, write and speak English fluently. Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. #clinical95
