BNATP Nurse Assistant Instructor: Train Future CNAs

ILLINOIS NURSING ACADEMY; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Nursing Academy in Machesney Park, IL, is seeking a BNATP Instructor to lead the Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program. You will teach theory and clinical skills, guiding students to pass the state CNA exam and succeed as CNAs.

Qualifications include an RN or LPN license, at least 2 years of CNA-related experience, and completion of a Train the Trainer course. This is a full-time/part-time role with classroom and clinical duties.

Qualifications

• Current and valid RN or LPN license.
• Minimum 2 years of CNA or related nursing experience.
• Train the Trainer Course completed.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage and motivate students.
• Proficiency with educational technology and software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and student-focused.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with regulations and curriculum.
• Deliver engaging lectures on nursing and patient care topics.
• Provide hands-on CNA training in clinical skills.
• Assess student performance via quizzes, exams and demonstrations.
• Provide constructive feedback to support student progress.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades and progress records.
• Ensure training equipment and supplies are prepared and available.
• Stay updated on nursing education and healthcare practices.
• Assist in curriculum development and revisions as needed.
• Comply with state and federal CNA training regulations.

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Technology proficiency

Education

RN or LPN license

CNA certification

Tools

MS Office

LMS

Job description

Illinois Nursing Academy in Machesney Park, IL, is seeking a BNATP Instructor to lead the Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program. You will teach theory and clinical skills, guiding students to pass the state CNA exam and succeed as CNAs.

Qualifications include an RN or LPN license, at least 2 years of CNA-related experience, and completion of a Train the Trainer course. This is a full-time/part-time role with classroom and clinical duties.