CNA Instructor (RN) at The Pines at Utica Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation

A Great Place to Work

The Pines at Utica is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

What You'll Do:

CNA Program Instructors are Registered Nurses (RN) that develop and deliver training to prepare trainees for the CNA credentialing exam and provide quality care to our residents. Your expertise and guidance will empower our staff to achieve clinical program objectives aligned with our mission. Your leadership will contribute to the enhancement of our care standards, resident well-being and the future healthcare professionals in your community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct hands-on clinical training sessions, including real-world scenarios and practical experience in a Long-Term care setting
• Evaluate student performance through assessments and provide constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes
• Provide ongoing mentoring, coaching, and support to staff to enhance their skills and performance
• Encourage continuous learning and professional growth among students
• Aide with the recruitment and interviewing of prospective students
• Evaluate training effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements

If you are an experienced RN that is passionate about shaping the future of healthcare within your community in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as an CNA Program Instructor (RN).

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Utica team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a CNA Program Instructor (RN) include:

• Valid state nursing license (RN)
• Advanced degree or certification preferredand
• Experience in a nursing leadership role in a Long-Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in staff education and development
• Commitment to resident-centered care and excellence in healthcare delivery
• Inspirational leader with a focus on innovation and quality improvement
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Excellent communication, instructional and presentation skills
• Strong clinical, interpsersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence.  Today, our centers include more than 30 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report.  When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.