AHA (ACLS/PALS/NPR) Class Instructor

Position: ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Instructor
Location: [Insert Location]
Reports To: [Insert Reporting Manager]
Job Type: [Full-time/Part-time/Contract]
Salary: [Insert Salary Range]

Overview:

The ACLS and PALS Instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality, engaging, and comprehensive training to healthcare professionals in both ACLS and PALS courses. The instructor will ensure that participants understand advanced life-saving techniques and are proficient in applying them in critical care settings, including for pediatric and adult patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering Training: Conduct ACLS and PALS courses for healthcare providers, ensuring adherence to the latest American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines and protocols.

• Preparation of Materials: Organize and review training materials, including textbooks, case studies, and audiovisual presentations, to ensure that all content is up-to-date and relevant.

• Skill Evaluation: Assess participants' knowledge and skills through written exams, practical evaluations, and simulations to ensure that they meet competency standards.

• Hands-On Practice: Lead scenario-based training and practical sessions to improve participants' proficiency in critical life-saving techniques such as CPR, defibrillation, airway management, and pharmacology.

• Provide Feedback: Offer constructive feedback to participants on their performance, emphasizing areas for improvement and reinforcing best practices.

• Maintain Certifications: Stay current with ACLS and PALS certifications and attend ongoing professional development as required by the AHA or equivalent certification body.

• Classroom Management: Ensure a positive and professional learning environment, encouraging active participation and fostering a culture of safety and respect.

• Administration & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential records of course attendance, assessments, and certifications. Ensure timely reporting and compliance with accreditation standards.

• Customer Support: Provide ongoing support and assistance to course participants regarding course content, certifications, and future training opportunities.

Required Qualifications:

• Current and valid AHA ACLS and PALS Instructor certifications.

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in an emergency, critical care, or pediatric care setting.

• Strong knowledge of ACLS and PALS guidelines and protocols.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse audience.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to multitask.

• Must be comfortable working with adult and pediatric patients in simulated emergency scenarios.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor certification (or ability to obtain within [insert time frame]).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching ACLS and/or PALS courses in a healthcare setting.

• Certification in other life support courses (e.g., NRP, BLS).

• Experience in simulation-based training.

• Master's degree in nursing, emergency medical services, or related field.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to demonstrate CPR and other life-saving techniques.

• Ability to stand, walk, and participate in physical activities for extended periods.

• Ability to lift and carry training equipment as required.

Work Environment:

• The role will primarily be conducted in classroom and simulation settings, which may include hospitals, medical centers, or other training facilities.

• Occasional travel may be required to other locations for courses or workshops.