RN Instructor - CNA Training Program, Full time

Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids • Grand Rapids, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join our state-approved CNA Training Program. In this role, you will teach in the classroom, skills lab, and clinical settings, guiding students not only on how to perform tasks but also on the importance of compassionate and competent care. Your goal will be to build their technical skills and confidence, preparing them for a healthcare career.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum of one (1) year (1,600 hours) of nursing experience in a long-term care setting within the past five (5) years (required by State of Michigan regulations)
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing future healthcare professionals

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising CNAs or nurse aides
• Previous teaching, training, precepting, or adult education experience
• Experience working with diverse adult learner populations

Responsibilities

• Teach classroom, lab, and clinical instruction using our state-approved curriculum
• Demonstrate hands-on nursing skills and healthcare best practices
• Coach and mentor adult learners as they build clinical and professional competence
• Evaluate performance and give feedback that actually helps students grow
• Supervise clinical rotations and ensure safe, quality patient care
• Manage grades, attendance, and required program documentation
• Keep the program in compliance with state and federal training standards
• Build a classroom culture of professionalism, accountability, and heart

Benefits

• 20 paid vacation days in the first year
• eight paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer match after six months
• Medical, Dental, Life, Disability and Accidental insurances available
• 20% discount at the greater Grand Rapids retail stores

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed