Instructor, Nurse Aide

Job Description Summary
The Nurse Aide Instructor will be responsible for planning organizing and delivering instruction in the Nurse Aide I program according to the curriculum set forth by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation ( DHSR ). The instructor ensures that students acquire the knowledge skills and professional behaviors needed to meet the state competency evaluation and to provide safe competent care as Nurse Aide I professionals.

Duties
1. Maintains mastery of subject matter by planning and delivering classroom lab and clinical instruction for the Nurse Aide I program. 2. Ensure compliance with the North Carolina Nurse Aide I curriculum as outlined by DHSR . Ensure adherence to DHSR regulations including maintaining program approval status. 3. Instructs student on the significance of accuracy sanitation efficiency resourcefulness and good work habits. Monitor student progress and maintain accurate attendance and grade records. 4. Teaches in various formats various locations and via various delivery methods. Utilize various teaching methods (lecture hands-on demonstrations simulations) to engage students effectively. 5. Adheres to policies procedures expectations and practices of the College the department and discipline. 6. Adheres to clinical sites policies procedures expectations and practices. Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners. 7. Communicates clearly with students other faculty and staff. Provides feedback mentorship and support to students to help them succeed academically and professionally. Advocates for students as needed. 8. Contributes to a safe and secure campus environment. 9. Instructs classes at various locations and times as scheduled and/or needed. Evaluate student performance through tests assignments skills check-offs and clinical evaluations. Supervise students during clinical rotations in long-term care or other approved healthcare settings. 10. Ensure students adhere to safety ethical and legal standards during clinical practice. 11. Serve as a liaison between the college and clinical site personnel to ensure a positive learning environment. 12. Enforces Code of Classroom Conduct and Code of Student Conduct. 13. Maintain accurate program records in compliance with college and state requirements. Assists with state audits and approvals program reviews program accreditation and SACSCOC accreditation as appropriate. 14. Assist with program planning evaluation and updates to align with state standards and healthcare industry needs. 15. Attends meetings and events and actively participates in committees and taskforces. Attend faculty meetings professional development sessions and other required events. 16. Upholds the College Vision Mission Values and RISE statement. 17. Supports diversity in all aspects. 18. Maintains continued competency as required by the North Carolina Board of Nursing and Department of Health and Human Services. 19. Completes continuing education as required by the college. 20. Enforces academic policy and procedures at all times. 21. Maintains unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina. 22. Represents the college in a positive and professional manner at all times. 23. Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Bachelors Degree in Nursing Education or have education in teaching and learning principles for adult education including curriculum development implementation and evaluation. 2. Experience teaching at a community college. 3. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish an East Slavic language and/or American Sign Language.