Nurse Assisting Teacher

Nurse Assisting Teacher

The Nassau BOCES Department of Regional Schools and Instructional Programs (RSIP) is seeking a New York State Certified Nurse Assisting teacher to support the In-District CTE program at Valley Stream. The successful candidate will teach Nursing Assisting to high school students in a high school career setting. Topics covered by the teacher include infection control, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, measuring and recording vitals, nutrition and fluids, growth and development, geriatrics, CPR, First Aid, and common health issues.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Preparing course outlines, detailed lesson plans, and extensive hands-on instruction to prepare students to take the New York State Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) exam at the end of the two-year program Staying up to date with industry innovations and evolving job requirements, ensuring the curriculum reflects current market demands and equips students with skills valued by prospective employers Utilizing technology as part of the instruction to enhance the educational setting Managing a classroom environment appropriately and being responsible for meeting each student's individual needs Evaluating and assessing each student's performance, knowledge, and skills as part of record keeping duties Incorporating nursing assistant skills and processes into classroom and clinical lessons Supervising students in a clinical rotation at hospitals/nursing homes Communicating with local healthcare facilities to provide clinical experiences for students Maintaining inventory of classroom supplies, and following re-ordering policies and procedures

Requirements:
New York State Education Department Certification:
Nurse's Assisting 7-12. A valid New York State Office of Professions Registered Professional Nurse license. Experience must include, but is not limited to, working as a nurse in the care of chronically ill or elderly patients in a long-term care/skilled nursing facility. Possess a strong background in 21st century healthcare.

Salary:
As per labor contract. Non-Discrimination Statement The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation or victim of domestic violence status.

In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES shall not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision-making.