Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs-Certified Nursing Assistant- Part-Time- CPE Position Available In Cobb, Georgia

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About UsAre you ready to transform lives through academicexcellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships andeconomic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollmentand global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influenceand prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informedglobal citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research,and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the regionand from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university’svibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values ofrespect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountabilitymake us an employer of choice. We are part of the University Systemof Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join KennesawState University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!LocationOurKennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA30144.Department InformationDepartment Specific Tasks AndResponsibilities Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in thecare of both the physical and emotional needs of patients. Ensures student mastery of the following learning outcomes byproviding continual feedback and various methods of assessmentmeasurements. Explains the legal and ethical responsibilities of a certifiednursing assistant, including the importance of Resident’sRights Demonstrates effective communication skills when giving andreceiving a resident’s status report Defines infection prevention and explain the importance ofStandard Precautions, hand hygiene, and the use of personalprotective equipment (PPE) in facilities Demonstrates how to recognize and respond to medicalemergencies using Basic Life Support (BLS)and First Aidprocedures Describes body systems and define key anatomical terms Explains positioning and demonstrate how to safely position,transfer, and ambulate residents Explains personal care and demonstrate how to provideassistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, and skincare Explains the importance of monitoring vital signs anddemonstrate how to measure body temperature, pulse, respirations,and blood pressure Describes the importance of proper nutrition and hydration andlist the six basic nutrients Discusses rehabilitation and restorative care and identify thetypes of residents who are in a subacute settingJob SummaryProvidesquality and technically relevant instruction in the assignedprogram. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures andrelevant regulations.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of coursecurriculum Teaches students learning strategies Conducts teaching and instructional activities usingeducational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learningaids Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessmentmeasurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learningoutcomes as addressed in the program’s addendum Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments,quizzes, and tests Completes paperwork associated with classroom and projectmanagement Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students byproviding technical information regarding course content duringbiannual Open House events Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuousimprovement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfactionscores Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or studentcode of conduct issues Records attendance in learning management systemRequiredQualificationsEducational RequirementsRegistered Nurse (RN) orLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) within the state of Georgia from anaccredited institution of higher educationOther RequiredQualificationsCurrent, valid and unrestricted Georgia license as anRN or LPNRequired ExperienceFive (5) years of experience in amedical setting as an RN or LPN including the completion of theTrain-the-trainer workshop prior to or upon hirePreferredQualificationsAdditional Preferred QualificationsMust hold expertknowledge in patient care procedures, gerontology, & bedsidemanner. Must be comfortable with teaching in classroom and on adistance learning platform.

Teaching Experience PreferredExperiencein a senior care facility preferredAbilitiesKnowledge, Skills, &AbilitiesAble to handle multiple tasks or projects at one timemeeting assigned deadlinesAble to motivate students to activelyparticipate in all aspects of the educational processAble to reviewsyllabus and learning outcomes the first night of classAble toprovide sufficient time for students to complete courseevaluationsDo not release class earlyDo not leave classunattendedAble to respond to student inquiries in a timelymannerKNOWLEDGEBe familiar with all emergency procedures posted inthe classroomExpert knowledge in patient care procedures,gerontology, and bedside mannerSkillsExcellent interpersonal,initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment,organization, communication (verbal and written), time management,project management and presentation skillsProficient with computerapplications and programs associated with the position (i.e.,Microsoft Office suite)Strong attention to detail and follow upskillsStrong customer service skills and phone and e-mailetiquetteUSG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia iscomprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learningas well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values areIntegrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These valuesserve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, andeach USG community member is responsible for demonstrating andupholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement ofCore Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally,USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Equal EmploymentOpportunityKennesaw State University is an Equal EmploymentOpportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining afair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To thatend, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regentspolicy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassmentof or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex(including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditionsrelated to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genderexpression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, geneticinformation, disability, or veteran or military status by anymember of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with aUniversity program or activity, or in a manner that creates ahostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additionalinformation on this policy, or to file a complaint under theprovisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants foremployment or admission or other third parties should contact theOffice of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225,eeo@kennesaw.eduOther InformationThis is not a supervisoryposition.

This position does not have any financialresponsibilities.

This position will not be required to drive.

Thisrole is considered a position of trust.

This position does notrequire a purchasing card (P-Card).This position may travel 1% -24% of the timeBackground Check Standard Enhanced EducationPer the University System of Georgia background checkpolicy, all final candidates will be required to consent to acriminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked todisclose criminal record history during the initial screeningprocess and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicantsfor positions of trust with screening results which confirm adisqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualifiedfrom employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to includeprofessional references as part of their application process. Somepositions may require additional job-based screenings such as motorvehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/orverification of academiccredentials.

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