Nursing Assistant Primary Instructor RN

Avalon-Health-Care-Group; Roseburg (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision

Company-Paid Life Insurance

FSA/HSA

PTO

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Volare Health in Roseburg, Oregon, seeks a motivated Nursing Assistant Primary Instructor (RN) to teach the NA course and supervise students in lab and clinical settings. The role ensures compliance with OSBN requirements and prepares cohorts for successful outcomes in long-term care environments.

The instructor will collaborate with the NA Program Director, nursing staff, and facility leadership to develop, revise, and organize curriculum, materials, and records, while promoting professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Current, unrestricted RN license is required.
• Ability to meet OSBN requirements to serve as an NA instructor.

Responsibilities

• Teach the Nursing Assistant course curriculum as outlined by the NA Program Director.
• Supervise, instruct, and evaluate students in lab and clinical settings.
• Assist students in applying knowledge to care for residents in a long-term care facility.
• Ensure compliance with OSBN NA program requirements.
• Prepare for NA cohorts and coordinate scheduling of classes and clinical experiences.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to integrate core values and policies into the curriculum.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Teaching clinical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring students

Education

High school diploma or GED

Registered Nurse (RN) license

OSBN instructor eligibility

Job description

Nursing Assistant Primary Instructor (RN)

About Volare and the Position

Volare Healthportfolio consists of skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services. We take pride in delivering compassionate, resident-centered care while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for our team. If you’re a motivated and compassionate professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.

Volare Health is seeking a motivated and experiencedNursing Assistant Primary Instructorto join our team in Roseburg, Oregon. The Primary Instructor is responsible for teaching the Nursing Assistant (NA) course curriculum as outlined by the Program Director and for supervising and evaluating students as they develop and demonstrate clinical skills in both the laboratory and clinical settings.

This role plays an important part in preparing future nursing assistants to provide safe, compassionate, and professional care to residents in a long-term care environment. The Primary Instructor will help students developskill competency, clinical reasoning, professionalism, and confidencewhile ensuring the NA program meets applicable Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) requirements. The Primary Instructor works under the supervision and direction of theNA Program Directorand collaborates closely with facility leadership and staff.

Essential Functions

• Teach the Nursing Assistant course curriculum as outlined by the NA Program Director.
• Supervise, instruct, and evaluate students as they practice clinical skills in the laboratory and clinical setting.
• Assist students in applying knowledge and skills learned during NA training to the care of residents in a long-term care facility.
• Ensure compliance with NA program requirements established by theOregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN).
• Follow all policies, procedures, and safety requirements of the clinical site.
• Provide daily pre- and post-clinical conferences with students.
• Coordinate with facility staff to provide appropriate clinical assignments, learning experiences, and skill competencies in accordance with the NA course curriculum.
• Assist with curriculum and academic resource development, evaluation, and revision as needed.
• Assist in maintaining, updating, and organizing records required for program and site reviews.
• Prepare for NA cohorts before, during, and after each course, including printing orientation and classroom materials, organizing student files, auditing files, and gathering and organizing laboratory supplies.
• Assist with coordinating the scheduling of classes and clinical experiences at each assigned location.
• Work closely with facility leadership and staff to incorporate organizational core values, key policies, and processes into the NA program curriculum whenever appropriate.
• Provide input and recommendations regarding potential candidates for employment with participating facilities.
• Maintain awareness of open positions and specific candidate requests as communicated by facility leadership.
• Promote a positive learning environment that encourages professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and quality resident care.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the NA Program Director.

Required Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current, unrestrictedRegistered Nurse (RN) license.
• Ability to meet all applicable requirements for serving as a Nursing Assistant instructor under OSBN regulations.

Preferred Education & Experience

• 1–3 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant/CNA instructor.
• Experience working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Long-term care, skilled nursing, or clinical education experience.
• Experience supervising, evaluating, or mentoring nursing assistant students.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong clinical knowledge and nursing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate clinical skills effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to evaluate student performance objectively and provide constructive feedback.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, facility leadership, and healthcare staff.
• Professional, dependable, and compassionate approach to student education and resident care.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules, student needs, and clinical environments.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Scheduling – Let’s work around what fits best for you