C.N.A. Instructor in Berlin, Maryland at ALLIANCE WITH CLIENTS CORPORATION

Provide classroom and hands-on instruction in all areas required by the Maryland Board of Nursing for the CNA program.Teach foundational nursing skills, patient care techniques, and professional ethics.Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments according to program guidelines.Participate in the development/evaluation of the training program, including acquisition of learning resources and instructional materials.Implement the approved training program and ensure course objectives are met.Demonstrate and supervise skills such as vital signs, infection control, mobility assistance, and personal care tasks.Evaluate student performance during didactic, clinical, and laboratory training through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical assessments.Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and compliance documentation.Ensure the classroom environment supports learning, professionalism, and resident safety.Facilitate clinical rotations in an approved healthcare facility and monitor student performance.Provide supervision and clinical evaluation of each trainee at the clinical training site until the student demonstrates proficiency in that skill.Provide support, guidance, and constructive feedback to students throughout the course.Stay current with state regulations, industry standards, and best practices in medication administration.Complete all required reporting and communicate progress to the Program Director.Conduct student’s assessment and identify variables that may affect student’s learning.Delegate and monitor student’s tasks.Supervise classroom laboratory experiences.Provide supervision with caregivers present during classwork hours.Perform performance evaluation on all students at the end of the C.M.T. program.Assess the environment for safety and cleanliness and make recommendations.Assess infection control practices including proper hand washing.Ensure that the equipment is being maintained properly.Ensure that necessary supplies are available.Make sure that emergency protocol is in place.

Participate in quality assurance activities.

Evaluate student performance and update skill validation competency as required by the agency.

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with a current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in the state of MD.Minimum of two years’ nursing experienceAt least one (1) year of experience in the provision of long-term care facility servicesProviding direct client care or supervisory oversight in a long-term care facility or unit, including in a geriatrics department, chronic care hospital, or other long-term care setting; andTeaching a nursing assistant training program that complies with federal law.Complete a course with a minimum of 16 hours of instruction in the principles of adult education, or have a minimum of two (2) years of teaching adults or supervising nursing assistantsMust meet state requirements to serve as a CNA Instructor (such as Train-the-Trainer approval or equivalent certification).Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills include the ability to market and relate tactfully with customers and other members of the community.Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or Agency requirements.Criminal Background checkCurrent CPR & First Aide Certification

Master’s degree in nursingFive years’ management experience in the healthcare field.

Five years of teaching experience preferably in certification administration.