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Adjunct Instructor: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Northeast Iowa Community College

1 Positions

ID: 63971

Posted On 03/19/2025

Job Overview

To successfully prepare CNA students to provide safe, high-quality direct care by ensuring students meet the learning objectives of the Iowa State-approved 76-Hour CNA course.

Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) is seeking qualified and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) to serve as Adjunct Instructors for the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) program. As a CNA Instructor, you will play a vital role in preparing students to provide safe, high-quality direct care to individuals in various healthcare settings. You will be responsible for delivering engaging instruction, supervising clinical experiences, and ensuring students meet all learning objectives of the Iowa State-approved 76-Hour CNA course.

For questions or more information, please call:
844-642-2338, ext. 1399
Request to speak to a CNA Program Coordinator.
Qualifications:
● Possess and maintain a current Iowa RN License or multi-state compact License.
● A minimum of two years of RN experience is required, with at least one year in the provision of long-term care facility services.
● Experience in teaching adults and/or nurse aides is preferred.
● Must have certification or be enrolled in a “Train the Trainer” class upon accepting the Adjunct Instructor position.
● Must be approved by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (college will submit).
● Clear criminal and abuse public registry background check.
● Meet clinical compliance requirements for TB, Flu, and COVID-19 booster (or declination).
● Current Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training from the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services.
● Professional demeanor with strong communication and clinical skills.
Duties and Responsibilities:
● Instruct the didactic portion of the CNA course, either online or in the classroom, as assigned.
● Instruct in the laboratory setting to introduce and reinforce hands-on learning of clinical skills, as assigned.
● Supervise CNA students in a long-term care facility, reinforcing hands-on learning of clinical skills and professional behaviors, as assigned.
● Follow CNA Program-defined policies and procedures.
● Maintain commitments in a professional manner.
● Uphold the integrity and proprietary nature of the College’s instructional curriculum. ● Prepare and submit student records and class materials in a timely manner. ● Comply with federal laws, including HIPAA and FERPA.
● Promptly report repairs and supplies needed for the classroom and equipment. ● Communicate effectively with members of NICC and the Health program team. ● Attend scheduled instructor meetings (1-2 per year), as assigned.
● Know the learning objectives as defined in the curriculum.
● Become familiar with the curriculum content.
● Be familiar with the defined correct method for performing the identified skills in the curriculum.
● Deliver instruction using various modalities and strategies to meet the needs of the student learner in the classroom, lab, and/or clinical site.
● Monitor and record student attendance and skill competencies.
● Perform classroom management and instruction in compliance with all College, State, and Federal policies, requirements and regulations.
● Report to and communicate effectively with the CNA Program Coordinator(s).
The Adjunct Instructor must be able to:
● Effectively deliver CNA curriculum in various settings, including classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments.
● Utilize diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.
● Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
● Maintain accurate records and documentation.
● Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and healthcare partners.
● Adhere to all college policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
 

Primary Contact

1725894511594

Nancy Creery

, Human Resources

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Job Details

Categories

Health Care

Location

Dubuque, IA

Shift

Flexible

Job Type

Contract

Full/Part

Part Time

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors

Experience

2-5 Years

Company ID

1180

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20250319

End Date

20250516

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Northeast Iowa Community College

About the Company

Northeast Iowa Community College (NICC) serves the transfer, career and technical education needs of our region’s residents, businesses and industries in a district area that encompasses eight counties and approximately 5,000 sq. miles. More than 28,400 students enroll in Business and Community Solutions courses and academic certificate, diploma and degree programs every year. NICC offers associate’s degrees and general education courses that readily transfer to four-year colleges and universities, and state-of-the-art technology and lab areas that prepare students for high demand careers.

The College has two primary campuses in Peosta and Calmar, and seven service locations in Cresco, Dubuque, Manchester, New Hampton, Oelwein and Waukon, that offer convenient amenities, services, educational resources and computer labs for students.

As one of northeast Iowa’s largest employers, the College employs 680 faculty and staff members, and the average tenure of all part-time and full-time faculty is 12 years.

At Northeast Iowa Community College, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of academic excellence and community empowerment. We are committed to cultivating an environment where individuals from all walks of life feel respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

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