A chance to lead, mentor, and leave a legacy of excellence
New! Gas Allowance Stipend
Newly, renovated building
Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks
Shift Differentials
Full Benefits Package
Employee referral program
Why This Role Matters
The people entering healthcare today will become the caregivers, mentors, and clinical professionals our communities depend on tomorrow. As a Nurse Aide Program Instructor, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference that extends well beyond a single shift. You'll help students take their first steps into healthcare, support employees as they grow in their roles, and contribute to a culture where learning, compassion, and quality care go hand in hand.At Elderwood, you'll find a mission-driven team that understands the importance of investing in people — both those we serve and those who care for them.
Ready to Make a Difference Beyond the Bedside?
If you're a nurse who finds fulfillment in helping others learn, grow, and succeed, we'd love to connect with you.
Bring your clinical experience, your passion for teaching, and your commitment to compassionate care to Elderwood — and help prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Elderwood — People Caring for People.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Lead as a RN Nurse Aide Program Instructor
New-hire orientation and onboarding
Plan and coordinate general orientation with support from facility department leaders
Lead licensed-nurse, CNA, and Support Aide orientation based on hiring needs
Partner with Unit Managers and Nurse Preceptors to strengthen department-based orientation
Provide education, coaching, and follow-up to help new nurses transition successfully into practice
Evaluate orientation effectiveness and identify employees who need additional education or support
Clinical education and competency development
Plan, deliver, and evaluate nursing education based on clinical needs, quality priorities, regulatory requirements, and identified competency gaps
Coordinate annual and ongoing clinical-skills competency testing for licensed nurses
Collaborate with Unit Managers, Nurse Preceptors, and the Regional Nurse Consultant on employee development
Schedule and lead IV-certification programming based on facility needs
Coordinate and teach BLS-certification programming and maintain required equipment and records
Serve as a clinical resource for nurses who need guidance or reinforcement
Develop education related to new clinical practices, procedures, equipment, policies, and resident-care needs
Reinforce strong assessment, change-in-condition response, documentation, infection prevention, medication safety, and interdisciplinary communication
Nursing Assistant development
Coordinate CNA and Support Aide orientation programs
Serve as a primary instructor for the Nursing Assistant Training Program when applicable
Coordinate program implementation, required documentation, and testing activities
Assist with Prometric testing coordination for Nursing Assistant Trainees when applicable
Ensure Nursing Assistants receive required in-service education
Support CNA development through practical education, coaching, and reinforcement of care standards
Direct clinical practice
Accept cart-nurse assignments as scheduled or needed based on facility operations and resident-care priorities
Manage the nursing care and clinical responsibilities associated with the assigned resident group
Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
Assess and monitor residents and respond appropriately to changes in condition
Communicate clinical changes to providers, nursing leaders, residents, and families
Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation
Direct, support, and assist CNAs during the assigned shift
Model expected clinical, communication, documentation, and infection-prevention practices
Use direct-care experiences to identify opportunities for education, employee development, and workflow improvement
Education compliance and systems
Coordinate delivery of mandatory corporate and facility in-service education
Maintain the monthly education calendar and required reports
Enroll employees in Learning Management System programs
Track module completion, competency documentation, certification status, and required education hours
Follow up with employees and leaders regarding incomplete education requirements
Serve as a clinical super user for the electronic medical record and help employees use the system accurately
Employee health and emergency readiness
Perform employee vaccinations, health screenings, and assigned medical testing
Coordinate emergency-preparedness exercises, including fire, disaster, and Code Blue drills
Maintain required education, drill, screening, and competency records
Support facility readiness for surveys, audits, emergencies, and clinical-quality reviews
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Qualifications
What You’ll Need as RN Nurse Aide Program Instructor
Required
Current license and registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State
At least one year of experience in a long-term healthcare facility
Experience providing in-service education or demonstrated skill in clinical teaching
Current clinical confidence in medication administration, treatments, assessment, documentation, and change-in-condition management
Willingness and ability to accept a resident assignment and work as a cart nurse when scheduled or operationally necessary
Ability to teach, coach, mentor, and communicate effectively with employees at different experience levels
Ability to work cooperatively with frontline employees, preceptors, managers, department leaders, and senior facility leadership
Strong verbal, written, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to manage education, orientation, competency, compliance, and direct-care responsibilities
Ability to use electronic medical records, learning-management systems, and standard computer applications
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at the level necessary for safe care and effective workplace communication
Preferred
Bachelor of Science in Nursing or another relevant baccalaureate degree
Previous RN Educator, Staff Development Coordinator, Nurse Educator, preceptor, RN Supervisor, Unit Manager, or clinical-instructor experience
Skilled nursing, subacute rehabilitation, or geriatric nursing experience
Experience developing nursing competencies or supporting regulatory surveys
Experience with IV therapy, wound care, enteral feeding, post-acute care, or other complex nursing services
Experience supporting CNA training or Nursing Assistant Training Programs
Experience as an electronic-medical-record super user
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