CNA Class Instructor Full Time, Huntington Living Center

Finger Lakes Health•Waterloo, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Finger Lakes Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to instruct its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program at Huntington Living Center in Waterloo, New York. The instructor provides classroom, skills laboratory, and clinical instruction to individuals pursuing CNA certification. Some coursework is online, while most instruction, hands-on training, and clinical education take place at the facility. The role helps prepare students to provide safe, compassionate, high-quality care to long-term care residents.

Requirements

Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing (RN).
Current, unrestricted New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Minimum of 2 years of recent RN experience in a long-term care setting.
Previous CNA education or instructor experience.
Demonstrated experience providing instruction, training, or education to adult learners.
Strong teaching, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively educate and engage adult learners.
Ability to develop instructional materials and evaluate learning outcomes.
Comfort using computers and online learning platforms.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with facility leadership and clinical staff.
Professional, approachable, and committed to creating a positive learning environment.
Knowledge and skills necessary to support the care needs of adult and geriatric populations.
Ability to teach and supervise students in providing safe, appropriate, and compassionate resident care.
Understanding of long-term care standards, resident rights, infection prevention, and patient safety.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or willingness to pursue one.
Experience teaching or coordinating a New York State-approved CNA Training Program.
Experience developing educational materials and evaluating student competencies.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and deliver instruction for the CNA Training Program.
Teach and supervise CNA students in classroom, skills laboratory, and clinical settings.
Facilitate online coursework and provide in-person instruction and support throughout the program.
Demonstrate hands-on skills and evaluate students' clinical competencies.
Develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and educational activities.
Monitor student progress, provide feedback, and maintain required educational documentation.
Ensure the CNA Training Program meets applicable New York State Department of Health requirements.
Promote safe resident care practices and professional standards.
Model professionalism, communication, customer service, and the principles of a Healing Environment.