Nursing Assistant/Home Health Instructor- Full Time [ Monday - Thursday 7am - 5:30pm] at Career Systems Development Corporation – Ottumwa, Iowa

Interested in making a difference in young adults’ lives between the ages of 16-24? If so we may have the perfect job for you.

Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment.

Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone’s life.

You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you may also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), legal and PTO.

The Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide Instructor is responsible for teaching Certified Nursing Assistant knowledge and skills in the classroom, lab and clinical setting.

• Promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to insure maximum student motivation.
• Provides classroom and hands-on training experiences for students enrolled in the Certified Nursing Assistant program using actual demonstrations of appropriate health care.
• Supports and monitors trainees with completion of mandatory reporter, bloodborne pathogens, medical terminology, basic anatomy, and HIPAA curriculum.
• Maintains a high degree of accountability in the classroom setting and at off-center clinical sites in order to ensure maximum learning.
• Utilizes all possible curriculum resources available to meet state training requirements.
• Responsible for the maintenance of student Training Achievement Records and State required documentation and reporting.
• Basic Teaching Units: Infection Control, Activities of Daily Living, Common Disorders and Body Systems, Vital Signs and Basic Employability Skills.

Minimum: State certified, licensed, or accredited as a Registered Nurse Must have at least 1 year experience in supervising C.N.A.s in the long-term care setting. No teaching experience required, however must have the ability to transfer topical knowledge to meet specific learning objectives. Must have valid driver’s license and qualify for company sponsored vehicle insurance.

Preferred: Extensive practical knowledge of trade and teaching experience. CPR/First Aid instructor certified.

Knowledge Required: Knowledge of methods needed to instill appropriate behavior as well as work and study habits in young adult students; documentation techniques and time management; and the ability to to read, comprehend, interpret, communicate, and execute instructions or directives fluently in English.

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