Instructor - Nursing Assistant/Patient Care

Evara Health; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO with cash-out option

10 paid holidays

Free gym membership

403(b) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement $1,500/year

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

EAP with counseling and financial adv

Team-based culture

Job summary

Evara Health Institute in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking an Instructor for our Nursing Assistant Program to drive excellence and shape the next generation of patient care providers.

If you're a visionary leader with a passion for advancing healthcare education, this is your chance to make a profound impact! Designs lessons, oversees labs, and coordinates clinical experiences while ensuring compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program.
• Minimum of three years of direct patient care experience.
• Active, unrestricted licensure/certification required.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes innovative teaching methods and experiential learning to engage students.
• Designs instructional materials, lesson plans and assessments aligned with objectives.
• Oversees labs, skill demonstrations, simulations and clinical practice sessions.
• Coordinates clinical experiences and maintains relationships with clinical partners.
• Assessments of student performance and provides feedback for growth.
• Mentors students and offers career guidance and academic support.
• Keeps current with healthcare regulations and pedagogical trends.

Education

Graduate from an accredited LPN program

Minimum 3 years direct patient care

Active, unrestricted licensure/certification

Job description

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Full Time Institute St. Petersburg, FL, US

Evara Health Institute is the education and training arm of Evara Health, dedicated to developing a skilled, compassionate, and community-focused healthcare workforce. Through innovative programs, hands-on clinical experiences, and strong industry partnerships, we prepare students to thrive in today’s healthcare environment while advancing health equity across the communities we serve.

EHI is seeking an Instructor for our Nursing Assistant Program to drive excellence and shape the next generation of Patient Care providers. If you're a visionary leader with a passion for advancing healthcare education, this is your chance to make a profound impact!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Utilizes innovative teaching methods, instructional technologies, and experiential learning opportunities to engage students and enhance their understanding of course material.
• Designs and develops instructional materials, lesson plans, and assessments aligned with program objectives and industry standards.
• Fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, explore new ideas, and actively participate in their educational journey.
• Conducts engaging and interactive lectures, demonstrations, and presentations to convey medical assisting concepts effectively. Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Oversees laboratory activities, including hands‑on skill demonstrations, simulations, and practice sessions. Provide guidance and feedback to students to enhance their proficiency in clinical procedures.
• Coordinates clinical experiences for students in healthcare settings, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining positive relationships with clinical partners.
• Assess student performance through examinations, projects, presentations, and clinical evaluations. Provide constructive feedback to support students’ learning and professional development.
• Offers personalized academic support, mentorship, and career advice to students, helping them navigate challenges, overcome obstacles, and make informed decisions about their academic and professional futures.
• Stays updated on advancements, healthcare regulations, industry trends and developments in your field of expertise, continuing education practices, and pedagogical trends, incorporating new knowledge and methodologies into your teaching practice to enrich the student learning experience.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities to enhance teaching skills and maintain licensure or certification requirements.
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic progress. Assist with program accreditation processes, program reviews, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Collaborates with program directors, faculty members, and healthcare professionals to enhance the quality of instruction and promote interdisciplinary collaboration within the institution.

Education & Experience:

• Graduate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program
• A minimum of three (3) years of occupational/clinical experience providing direct patient care
• Active, unrestricted industry certification/licensure

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Culture and Benefits:

What sets Evara Health apart is our amazing culture and team spirit. We've set record engagement scores this year, creating an environment where our staff thrives and feels truly valued. We are able to do this through our team-based approach to work, but also in our unique benefit offerings such as:

• Generous Time Off: 15 days of paid time off with an option to cash out unused day
• Holidays: 10 paid holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.
• Wellness Perks: Enjoy a free gym membership to support your health and fitness goals.
• Retirement Planning: 403(b) with 2% employer contribution up to 4 % match
• Continuing Education: Tuition reimbursement eligibility which includes $1,500 per year.
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short & Long-Term Disability + extra coverage options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling, legal & financial advice through EAP

At Evara Health, your career goes beyond a job . Thrive, grow, and help deliver life-changing care to the people who need it most.

**This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information about the background screening process, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .**