Certified Nurses Aid (CNA) Instructor

Position Information

The CNA Instructor will oversee instruction and delivery of the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training program in alignment with the New Jersey Curriculum for Nurse Aide Personnel in Long-Term Care Facilities and applicable grant requirements. The instructor will provide and prepare students with the foundational skills required to support and care for patients’ physical, emotional, and psychological needs, and to be workplace ready. The objective of the CNA instructor is to support student success on the New Jersey State Licensing Exam and ensure confidence in long-term care facility environments.

• Develop CNA course curriculum in compliance with NJ state requirements and assist the College in obtaining program approval.

• Teach the CNA training program using the approved curriculum, including instruction in clinical lab skills.

• Evaluate and document student progress through testing, observation, and assessment of clinical competencies.

• Apply knowledge of the nursing process, standards of care, and sound judgment in all instructional activities.

• Make learning engaging through class discussions, interactive activities, and hands-on instruction.

• Set clear expectations, communicate effectively with students, and encourage active participation.

• Ensure students remain on track with curriculum and assignment completion.

• Maintain accurate records of student files, attendance, instructional hours, and exam pass rates.

• Strong communication and public speaking skills; enthusiastic and engaging classroom presence.

• Patient, confident, compassionate, flexible, and maintains a positive, supportive attitude.

• Committed program advocate who supports student success and understands their motivations.

• Effectively paces classroom interaction, uses humor appropriately, and adjusts based on audience needs.

• Assist students in registering for the state CNA Licensing Exam.

• Bachelor’s degree

• Registered professional nurse currently licensed by the NJ State Board of Nursing, min 3 years

• Current basic life support (BLS) certification (preferred)

Two years of lesson planning and teaching experience is preferred but not required.

• Ability to multi-task in a busy environment
• Ability to work with individuals of varied education levels, experience, social and economic backgrounds
• Ability to remain discreet with student and staff information
• Commitment to service a diverse student population
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability and willingness to travel to other campuses as needed
• Flexibility of schedule
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

• This position’s duties are normally performed in a classroom, skills and clinical environment, based on the activity scheduled.

• Some physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• Limited exposure to physical work during clinical and skills sessions.

• Some travel required.

UCNJ Union College of Union County, NJ is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled
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Flexible schedule to meet department needs. Part-time hours not to exceed 25 hours per week. Some evening, weekends, and extended hours may be r