PD-CNA-MA Instructor

Job Summary Location: Methodist College Address: 720 N. 87th St. - Omaha, NE Work Schedule: One evening per week, 5:00pm to 10:00pm While adhering to the mission and values of the College, the Adjunct Instructor for Nursing Assistant Certificate Course will provide a learning environment and prepare learners for their future role in healthcare. Responsibilities Promotes a positive learning environment within the classroom, lab, and clinical setting and encourages maximum student participation. Establishes positive rapport with students and employees. Utilizes and follows the curriculum and resources provided. Able to teach evening and weekends; daytime schedules may also be available. Responsible for the maintenance of equipment to ensure proper working condition. Records and forwards attendance, testing, and evaluation materials to the appropriate contacts within the Division of Professional Development. Ensures classroom, lab spaces and supplies are orderly. Willing to train and teach in all educational roles within the department as needed (e.g., Nursing Assistant Instructor, Medication Aide Instructor, Nursing Assistant State Tester, RN Refresher Instructor). Answers phones, triages calls and fields questions as needed. Participates in team meetings. Copies and scans program materials. Assists with skills sign‑offs and evaluations to ensure students are competent in all areas required. Performs other related duties as assigned by Director of Professional Development. Qualifications and Requirements Education Associate’s degree in Nursing (ASN) or RN diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred. Experience 1 or more years teaching experience preferred. 1 or more years experience in nursing required. License and Certifications Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire; required within 3 months of hire. Current valid Nebraska Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multistate license to work in Nebraska, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Computer knowledge and use of technology for didactic portion of courses. Excellent communication, reading, and writing skills. Exceptional customer service and supportive relationship skills essential. Professional image and excellent customer service skills. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Light Work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Balancing Climbing Carrying Crawling Crouching Distinguishing colors Kneeling Lifting Pulling/Pushing Reaching Standing Stooping/Bending Twisting Walking Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Hearing Repetitive Motions Seeing/Visual Speaking/Talking Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Fingering/Touching Grasping Keyboarding/typing Sitting Job Hazards Not Related: Biological agents (primary airborne and bloodborne viruses) (jobs with patient contact) Blood or Body Fluid (BBF) Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X‑ray, CT scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Radiation Non‑Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that cause injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): Chemical agents (toxic, corrosive, flammable, latex) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations EEO Statement Nebraska Methodist Health System is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr