CNA Class Instructor (RN)

Company: Aspire Transitional Care
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: March 8, 2025

Job Description:

The Peaks, A Senior Living Community & Aspire Transitional Care are teaming up to bring a fully accredited CNA program to the Flagstaff area! With this new development, we are seeking an RN to act as an instructor to assist in assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing educational in-services for these two beautiful communities.

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!

The Peaks 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
  
• Plan, schedule, and teach the course curriculum in accordance with State of Arizona guidelines
• Maintain accurate records on all students, including but not limited to attendance records, schedules and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content
• Evaluate and document students' progress through testing, observation and assessment of skills obtained
• Provide a stimulating environment that encourages student participation, interpersonal skills development, and concepts of good patient care
• Deliver instruction using active learning methods which accommodate different learning styles
• Work collaboratively with facility administrators and other staff members to integrate clinical instruction appropriately with the program
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Program Director
• 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
  
• Hold a current, registered nurse license that is active and in good standing. Candidate must provide documentation of a minimum of one year full time or 1500 hours of employment providing direct care as a registered nurse in any setting.
• OR a candidate must have a minimum one of the following:
• Successful completion of a three semester credit course on adult teaching and learning concepts offered by an accredited post-secondary educational institution.
• Completion of a 40 hour continuing education program in adult teaching and learning concepts that was awarded continuing education credit by an accredited organization.
• One year of full-time or 1500 hours experience teaching adults as a faculty member or clinical educator.
• One year of full time or 1500 hours experience supervising nursing assistants, either in addition to or concurrent with the one year of experience required above in section A.
  Licensing/Certifications
  
  Must possess a current and active license to practice as an RN in this state.
  

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