Practical Nursing Instructor

Blue Cliff College•Metairie, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Cliff College is seeking a Nursing Instructor to perform a variety of routine duties, as needed, to provide students with the knowledge and skills required for competent entry-level performance using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures and demonstrations and using audiovisual and technological aids to supplement the presentations.

Requirements

Minimum of an ADN
Current license in good standing with the LSBNE
Minimum of three (3) years practical work experience RN
Ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work effectively with students, peers, and community.
Ability to work with professional integrity and discretion.

Responsibilities

Performs performance-based objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum guidelines and requirements of the college and the Department of Health and Hospitals
Organizes a program of practical and technical instruction, including demonstrations of skills required in the Nurse Aide profession, and lectures on theory, techniques, and terminology.
Instructs students in subject areas such as use, maintenance and the safe operation of tools and equipment, codes or regulations related to the Nurse Aide Program
Instructs students in the importance of accuracy, neatness, efficiency, resourcefulness, and good work habits in obtaining employment as a Nurse Aide.
Assigns lessons to students and corrects homework; administers tests to evaluate achievement of students in program knowledge and practical skills.
Keeps records of daily attendance and student progress; reports to Lead Instructor and Director of Education
Presents subject matter to students, utilizing a variety of methods and techniques, such as lectures, discussions, or demonstrations; ensures use of classroom time is organized and that instruction and clean-up (if applicable) can be accomplished within the allotted time.
Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts; responds to basic student questions; may initiate study groups in preparation for examinations.
Enforces classroom protocols, rules, and regulations; maintains classroom discipline; utilizes effective classroom management techniques.
Attends meetings and training per requirements of Lead Instructor, Program Chair or Director of Education; participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and professional development workshops.
Conduct class evaluations and complete other college evaluations in accordance with college policy.
Make suggestions to the Program Chair/Lead concerning the improvement of the curriculum in keeping with the objectives of the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals
Supervise eligible students at approved clinical site(s)
Other duties as assigned.