Nurse Aide Instructor

• "Prepare to be the best" is not just a saying at Clarkson College; it's part of our Mission. Every member of our team plays a vital role in preparing students to professionally provide high quality, ethical and compassionate health care services and become the best in their chosen field. Clarkson College is currently seeking a Nurse Aide Instructor. This position will be responsible for teaching Nurse Aide Course and/or the Medication Aide Course and other Professional Development health care courses utilizing a college or state of Nebraska approved curriculum. Required Qualifications:
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience required.
• Minimum of six months experience teaching nurse aide, medication aide or other related health care courses OR minimum of six months experience supervising nurse aides or nurses required.
• Associate's degree in nursing required.
• Excellent communication and instructional skills required.
• Theoretical and clinical competency required. Ability to work with a varied population of individuals required.
• Ability to multi-task while in classroom and at clinical site required.
• Proficient in use of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel required.
• Proficient in use of classroom equipment (computer, projector, electronic bulletin board, TV and DVD player) required.
• Proficient in use of office equipment (files, duplicating machine, fax machine, telephone) required.
• Proficient in use of medical facility equipment (mechanical bed, wheelchair, patient lifts, etc.) required.
• Current State of Nebraska RN license or compact agreement state RN license required.
• Current American Heart Association certification in Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers required.
• Current valid motor vehicle operator's license required.
• Ability to meet and maintain insurability requirements as defined by the fleet automobile liability insurance carrier required.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year or more experience working in a long term care facility or with a geriatric population preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Working at Clarkson College means making a commitment to teaching and developing future health care leaders. Your work will be key to the success of your co-workers as you help our students feel comfortable, prepared and confident to enter this rewarding field. Clarkson College offers a remarkable range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs designed to prepare individuals for both entry-level and highly advanced roles in various health care disciplines. With the support and oversight of the Executive Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees, the College continually innovates in education and scholarship to ensure that we meet the needs of students and the ever-changing field of health care.