CNA Instructor
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Instructor
Department: Workforce Development
Reports to: Director of Workforce Development
Classification: Part-time, 1099-contractor
Salary: $50-$60/hour
Schedule: Flexible
Who We Are
JVS repairs the world, one person at a time; allowing our program participants to achieve the highest degree of independence and dignity. Our staff of more than 50 skilled professionals work with a diverse range of individuals in need of employment, training, refugee services, education, disability services and other specialized services. Learn more at:
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) with at least one year of experience in a long-term care facility to join our team as a CNA Instructor on a contract basis. The CNA Instructor will provide both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical training to individuals preparing for their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. This role is ideal for an RN with a passion for teaching and shaping the next generation of healthcare providers.
Essential Functions
Classroom Instruction:
- Deliver structured, engaging lessons following the New Jersey Department of Health CNA curriculum requirements.
- Prepare students for the CNA certification exam by teaching essential skills, patient care techniques, and professional standards.
- Use a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, case studies, multimedia tools, and group activities.
Clinical Training and Supervision:
- Provide hands-on clinical instruction, supervising students during simulated labs and clinical rotations.
- Ensure students demonstrate proficiency in key skills such as patient hygiene, mobility support, feeding, and infection control.
- Offer constructive feedback to improve student performance during clinical practice.
Compliance and Documentation:
- Ensure all training activities meet New Jersey state and regulatory guidelines for CNA certification programs.
- Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and evaluation reports.
Student Support and Evaluation:
- Assess student performance through quizzes, skills checklists, practice exams and final exam.
- Provide individualized coaching and feedback to help students succeed in their coursework and clinical activities.
Program Development and Continuous Improvement:
- Participate in curriculum reviews and suggest improvements to meet NJDOH requirements and enhance student outcomes.
- o Stay up to date on current trends in nursing education, CNA program requirements, and best practices in patient care.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) a plus but not required
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in New Jersey, two years of experience.
- Successfully completed a training workshop offered by the NJ State Department of Health for Instructors/Evaluators becoming DOH Certified Nurse Aide Instructor. Preferred but not required.
- Minimum one year of experience working in a long-term care facility.
- Previous teaching or instructional experience preferred (but not required).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage adult learners.
- Ability to supervise and mentor students in both classroom and clinical settings.
- Familiarity with state CNA certification requirements and testing standards.
JVS of Metrowest is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to excellence. Employment offers are made on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age veteran status, or sexual orientation or other protected classes under the State and Federal law.
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