Nurse Instructor/Career & Technical Education Instructor (grades 9-12)

We are seeking a dedicated, professional Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as a Nurse Instructor for our Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming. This role blends clinical expertise with instructional leadership, preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate is a collaborative educator committed to student success, continuous professional growth, and maintaining high standards of clinical professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership & Classroom Responsibilities
  • Develop and submit weekly lesson plans aligned to NYSED standards and program competencies.
  • Deliver engaging classroom instruction utilizing modern instructional technology and evidence-based teaching practices.
  • Integrate nursing concepts with real-world healthcare applications and interdisciplinary academic content.
  • Teach additional CTE-related courses as needed within the program.
  • Maintain professional responsibilities during absences by providing substitute lesson plans, assignments, and instructional directions.
  • Collaborate with other PLTs monthly to incorporate healthcare practices in lessons and classrooms.
• Classroom Management & Student Accountability
  • Maintain a safe, structured, and professional learning environment consistent with healthcare industry expectations.
  • Input and maintain accurate student grades in a timely manner.
  • Monitor student coursework, participation, attendance, and classroom performance.
  • Make and document parent/guardian phone calls regarding attendance concerns, academic progress, behavior, and student interventions.
  • Maintain communication logs documenting all parent and stakeholder interactions.
  • Participate in classroom walkthroughs, observations, and formal performance evaluations.
• Student Assessment, Clinical Skills & Documentation
  • Maintain a clinical skills practice log for each student as part of ongoing formative assessment and competency tracking.
  • Provide students with constructive and meaningful feedback regarding clinical performance and classroom assignments.
  • Monitor student mastery of required nurse aide competencies and clinical proficiencies.
• Clinical Hours & Certification Compliance
  • Maintain accurate student clinical hours logs and required certification documentation.
  • Ensure all student records remain compliant with NYSED CTE Nurse Aide Program requirements.
  • Complete employability profiles and required program documentation for students participating in clinical experiences.
  • Proper documentation of NAPT required skills performance checklist.
• Progress Monitoring
  • Provide regular updates regarding student academic performance, clinical progress, employability readiness, and intervention needs.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify student support needs and strategies for success.
• Program Operations & Collaboration
  • Take inventory of program supplies, equipment, and instructional materials.
  • Assist with ordering and maintaining equipment and materials for the Nurse Assist and LPN programs.
  • Support program growth, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Cultivate positive and supportive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.
  • Work collaboratively with program stakeholders to improve program effectiveness and student outcomes.
• Parent & Family Communication
  • Host meetings with parents/guardians of students enrolled in the program.
  • Communicate attendance concerns and academic or behavioral issues promptly with families and administration.
  • Maintain professional and timely communication with all stakeholders.

Requirements

• Current New York State Professional Registered Nurse License and Registration. License number and expiration date must be provided and maintained in active status.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with 2+ years of nursing experience.

Pay

Competitive salary range from $65,000 to $75,000.

Schedule

Full time, permanent position.