Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Clinical Assessment, Clinical Laboratory, Communication Skills, Long-Term Care, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Nursing, Nursing Home, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Product Demonstration, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Compliance, Safety Training, School Attendance, State Laws and Regulations, Train-the-Trainer, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum
Desoto Retirement is looking for an RN for a CNA class instructor.
A CNA Class Instructor (RN) teaches, mentors, and evaluates nursing assistant students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings. Responsibilities include delivering state-approved curriculum, supervising patient care, ensuring clinical compliance, tracking student performance, and preparing them for certification. They ensure high-quality training and safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Instruction & Curriculum: Plan and conduct classroom lectures and skills labs covering nursing fundamentals, such as vital signs, hygiene, and patient safety.
- Clinical Supervision: On-site supervision of students in clinical settings (long-term care, nursing homes) to ensure proper patient care and safety.
- Evaluation & Compliance: Assess student competencies via exams and practical demonstrations, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and clinical hours.
- Mentorship: Act as a positive role model, fostering an environment of empathy and professionalism.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Licensure: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
- Experience: Typically 2+ years of experience as a nurse, often with specific long-term care (SNF) experience.
- Certification: Completion of a state-approved "Train the Trainer" workshop or equivalent experience.
Skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations.
- Proficiency in bedside nursing skills and patient care procedures.
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Desoto Retirement & Rehabilitation Center