What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA Program Instructor - Anthony position at Lutheran Homes Inc?
WHO YOU ARE
You're a dedicated nursing professional who’s passionate about teaching and shaping the future of healthcare. With your clinical expertise and strong communication skills, you create a supportive learning environment where students are inspired to grow. You bring organization, patience, and energy to every class and clinical rotation. Whether in the classroom, lab, or on the floor, you lead by example, setting high standards and encouraging students to meet them.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
As the CNA Program Instructor, you’ll lead and support students through every aspect of their certified nurse aide training. You’ll coordinate, deliver, and evaluate instruction in the classroom, skills lab, and clinical settings in alignment with the 105-hour IDOH-approved CNA training curriculum. Your role includes:
- Delivering instruction based on the 30-lesson Indiana Nurse Aide Curriculum, including classroom and clinical competencies.
- Teaching classroom content for a minimum of 30 hours using approved lesson plans, instructional materials, and visual aids.
- Demonstrating and reinforcing Resident Care Procedures (RCPs) throughout classroom and clinical instruction.
- Providing direct oversight of clinical training, including the first 16 hours in the assigned facility and 75 total hours of clinical experience.
- Maintaining accurate, up-to-date student files including training records, completed RCPs, and testing documentation.
- Reviewing student progress and submitting all completion and testing forms to the Program Director.
- Supporting student success through feedback, encouragement, and participation in graduation or recognition events.
- Adapting lesson plans to reflect updates in standards of practice or regulatory changes.
- Participating in candidate interviews and selection for each training cohort.
WHAT YOU NEED
Education / Training:
- Current Indiana licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Successful completion of the IDOH-approved Train-the-Trainer course for CNA instructors.
Experience:
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in long-term care, specifically within nursing operations.
- Teaching or leadership experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of federal and state regulations governing nurse aide practice.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic internet use (e.g., Internet Explorer).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage and educate adult learners.
- Ability to prioritize, stay organized, and meet documentation and training deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail in maintaining student records per IDOH regulations.
WHY JOIN US?
At Lutheran Life Villages, we bring our core values of Leadership, Impact, Friendship, and Excellence (LIFE) into every part of our work. Here, you’ll find the opportunity to contribute to an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for its staff. Our commitment to Leadership means empowering our team members to grow personally and professionally, inspiring others by example. We’re passionate about making a meaningful Impact in the lives of our residents and nurturing relationships built on Friendship and compassion. By pursuing Excellence in all we do, our employees share our mission to deliver outstanding care.
As a valued member of the LLV team, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your growth and well-being. With offerings from medical, dental, and vision insurance to paid time off on your birthday, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and retirement matching, we’re committed to helping you thrive. Join us on a purposeful journey where your career and compassion come together!
About Lutheran Life Villages
For over 90 years, Lutheran Life Villages has provided compassionate, spiritually connected care to seniors. Founded as the “Oak Street Home” in Kendallville in 1931, we have grown into multiple thriving senior communities across Northeast Indiana. While much has evolved, our mission to serve seniors remains steadfast, and as we continue to expand, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents, staff, and community.
Lutheran Life Villages offers a range of services for seniors, including assisted living, independent senior apartments, long-term care, memory care, memory care assisted living, and short-term rehabilitation across six campuses. Proud to be an Employer of Choice with a team of over 600 employees, we also serve as a Provider of Choice for more than 520 residents. Guided by Christ’s love, we serve individuals and their caregivers with compassion and a commitment to independence, wellness, and spiritual life.
Lutheran Life Villages is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO) that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, gender or any status protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, competence, and performance.