AHA Instructor | Leesburg Staff Education and Training | Day Shift | PRN

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Leesburg, Florida, is seeking an AHA Instructor to teach BLS, ACLS, and PALS courses. The role involves engaging students, facilitating practical sessions, and ensuring all documentation is completed timely. Candidates must have an active license as a Paramedic, LPN, or RN in Florida, along with AHA instructor certifications for the courses mentioned. This is a full-time, entry-level position that offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS instructor required.
• 2+ years recent experience in pre-hospital emergency medical services (EMS) response required.

Responsibilities

• Teach AHA certification classes effectively to engage students.
• Facilitate skills demonstrations and testing of students.
• Submit all required documentation timely.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation - its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

Responsibilities

The AHA Instructor, under the direction of the UFHCF Corporate Director of Clinical Education, is responsible for teaching American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Life Support (PALS) training courses. The AHA Coordinator provides scheduling and class instruction opportunities to the AHA Instructor. The position is responsible for providing high quality instruction while demonstrating professionalism and accountability. The AHA Instructor will:

• Teach AHA certification classes effectively and with enthusiasm to engage students
• Facilitate video presentations, instructor lectures, skills demonstrations, testing students, answering questions, remediating when appropriate, and completing post-course rosters, paperwork
• Physically demonstrate correct mannequin skills on all mannequins (infant, child, adult) on the ground/floor and table
• Submit all required documentation timely
• Set up, clean, and store equipment appropriately and independently
• Communicate effectively with AHA Coordinator, Clinical Education Director, fellow instructors, and UFHCF Team Members

This is a PRN Day Shift position.

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Current license as Paramedic in the State of Florida required OR Current license as an LPN or RN in the State of Florida
• American Heart Association provider certification required for:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS)
• American Heart Association instructor certification required for:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS)

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be computer literate and have ability to use email, and online programs regarding training classes and documentation
• Minimum 2 years American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS instructor certification required
• Minimum 2 years recent pre-hospital emergency medical services (EMS) response required

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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