Program Administrator, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program
About The Position
The Program Administrator for the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Program provides comprehensive leadership and oversight for all components of the Ohio Department of Health (ODH)-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP). The Administrator is responsible for ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards, managing faculty and staff, guiding curriculum development, and upholding instructional quality. This role emphasizes student success through the strategic coordination of clinical experiences, accurate data reporting, and implementation of continuous quality improvement initiatives to sustain program excellence and accreditation. The Program Administrator will oversee both the credit and professional credit tracks of the CNA Program and will collaborate with the Workforce Program Manager on scheduling and enrollment for professional credit students.
Requirements
- A Master's degree or a specialized certification program taking one year or more of coursework beyond a Bachelor's degree.
- Current, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Ohio.
- Minimum of two years of nursing experience, including at least one year in a long-term care setting.
- Completion of an ODH-approved Train-the-Trainer course or willingness to obtain promptly.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio Department of Health regulations related to nurse aide training programs.
- Experience in education, staff development, or program coordination.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in using learning management systems (LMS) and electronic recordkeeping platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Willingness to obtain ODH-approved Train-the-Trainer qualification promptly.
Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 3701-18, OBRA regulations, and other applicable state and federal guidelines.
- Maintain program approval with ODH, including applications, site visit preparation, and timely submission of required reports.
- Respond to regulatory inquiries and facilitate ongoing accreditation activities.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate the CNA curriculum in alignment with state guidelines and industry standards.
- Monitor instructional delivery and course content; revise materials as necessary to reflect best practices.
- Promote the integration of technology and simulation in instructional methods.
- Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate qualified instructional and support staff.
- Verify that all instructors meet ODH certification requirements, including Train-the-Trainer qualifications.
- Provide professional development, mentorship, and coaching to faculty members.
- Serve as a student liaison for academic concerns, appeals, and support services.
- Arrange clinical placements and ensure appropriate supervision and documentation of clinical hours.
- Develop strong partnerships with long-term care facilities and other healthcare providers to ensure adequate and clinical site access.
- Conduct ongoing program evaluations through student surveys, clinical feedback, and outcome metrics.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, evaluations, and certification pass rates.
- Submit timely reports and data to the Ohio Department of Health, advisory committee, and other stakeholders.
- Lead program improvement efforts based on evaluation results and stakeholder input.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
