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