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Quick overview

As an AHA Program Instructor, you will coordinate the classroom aspects of the American Heart Association courses and ensure that all courses are being held according to standards and guidelines. This position is vital to supporting the day-to-day operations of the Resuscitation Simulation Department.

Requirements summary

Minimum Qualifications

include an Associate’s degree or equivalent licensure education and current state licensure as a Registered Nurse, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic, or Doctor of Medicine. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience as an American Heart Association instructor.

associate degreeCoordinationOrganizational SkillsDocumentationEmpathyConflict ManagementEvaluationInitiativeClassroom ManagementBasic Life SupportLesson PlanningTeaching SkillsAdvanced Cardiac Life Support

Job description

  • At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare.
  • And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.
  • We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own.
  • That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.
  • Job Title American Heart Association Instructor PRN Location Cleveland Facility Cleveland Clinic Main Campus Department Nursing Ed Cpr-Nursing Institute Job Code F99968 Shift Days Schedule 7:30am-4:30pm Job Summary Job Details Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family.
  • Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation.
  • At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
  • As an AHA Program Instructor, you will coordinate the classroom aspects of the American Heart Association courses and ensure that all courses are being held according to standards and guidelines.
  • This position is vital to supporting the day-to-day operations of the Resuscitation Simulation Department.
  • This is a PRN position.
  • A caregiver in this role works 7:30am to 4:30pm.
  • A caregiver who excels in this role will: Reserve and organize classrooms and equipment to conduct scheduled classes.
  • Ensure instructors, equipment, classroom instruction and student ratios meet the standards set by the American Heart Association and Cleveland Clinic.
  • Apply adult learning techniques.
  • Adapt and develop training materials.
  • Prepare and adapt lesson plans based on American Heart Association curriculum and principles using competency-based education.
  • Instruct and impart information in an interactive participative manner eliciting frequent responses.
  • Select and use audiovisual hardware and software to reinforce learning.
  • Evaluate and document classroom and laboratory reaction and learning of trainees utilizing the program and state approved formats.
  • Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Associate’s degree or equivalent licensure education Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMTP) or Doctor of Medicine (MD) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) the American Heart Association (AHA) OR the American Red Cross Four years of experience as a Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) provider through the American Heart Association (AHA) OR the American Red Cross Strong delegation, planning, organizational and teaching skills Ability to gain cooperation, manage conflict and demonstrate empathy Takes initiative and is self-directed and result oriented Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: Bachelor’s degree Two years of experience as an American Heart Association instructor in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Life Support (PALS) OR the American Red Cross Physical Requirements: A high degree of dexterity to produce documents on a PC.
  • Normal or corrected vision, hearing and speech.
  • Extensive sitting, standing and walking, occasional lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds.
  • Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
  • The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment.
  • All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
  • Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program.
  • You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
  • Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
  • Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
  • If applying for a Florida position, please see the following website for more information on the background screening requirements required by the Agency of Health Care Administration: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Please review the Equal Employment Opportunity poster.
  • Cleveland Clinic is pleased to be an equal employment opportunity employer.
  • We know that fully supporting our caregivers is what creates the best outcomes for our patients.
  • Our outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future.
  • What began in Cleveland in 1921 has grown to include locations throughout, the U.S. and even other countries.
  • For you, that means more opportunities to learn, grow and serve patients — while finding caring, thriving communities both at work and at home.
  • Cleveland Clinic is a nonprofit multispecialty academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education.
  • Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, it was founded in 1921 by four renowned physicians with a vision of providing outstanding patient care based upon the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation.
  • Cleveland Clinic has pioneered many medical breakthroughs, including coronary artery bypass surgery and the first face transplant in the United States.
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  • News & World Report consistently names Cleveland Clinic as one of the nation’s best hospitals in its annual “America’s Best Hospitals” survey.
  • Among Cleveland Clinic’s 70,800 employees worldwide represent 140 medical specialties and subspecialties.
  • Cleveland Clinic is a 6,500-bed health system that includes a 173-acre main campus near downtown Cleveland, 19 hospitals, more than 220 outpatient facilities, and locations in southeast Florida; Las Vegas, Nevada; Toronto, Canada; Abu Dhabi, UAE; and London, England.