MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION


TITLE:  COORDINATOR NURSING ASSISTANT PROGRAM

GRADE: 14

JOB CODE: 6525

FLSA: EXEMPT


Job Summary


Coordinates, supervises and directs a certified Nursing Assistant Program. Develops partnerships with local schools and health care agencies. Provides clinical and classroom instruction to nursing students.


Scope


This position works in the area of nursing.  Work contacts include faculty, students, patients, health care professionals and agencies, State Board of Nursing and vendors.


Supervision Received


This position reports to a department chair; receives instructional assignments and general direction regarding routine and standard matters; specific instructions regarding non-routine and sensitive matters.


Supervision Exercised


Depending on location/department, may direct work of students and staff.


Representative Duties


Coordinates, supervises and directs a certified Nursing Assistant Program; assists with the development of partnerships with local schools and health care agencies; provides clinical and classroom instruction to nursing students; uses traditional and non-traditional methods of instruction including the use of technology; directs the English as a Second Language (ESL) program for nursing assistants; evaluates clinical instructors; uses effective interpersonal leadership and organizational skills; reviews, revises and develops curriculum materials and tests; prepares classroom presentations using a variety of methodologies; maintains records required by the Arizona State Board of Nursing; serves on college and districtwide committees; participates in activities to enhance professional development; performs related duties as assigned.


Knowledge and Abilities


Knowledge of: Arizona State Board of Nursing requirements; nursing and nurse assisting education curriculum development; teaching strategies; various computer software.


Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish cooperative working relationships in the course of performing assigned duties.


Training and Experience


Any combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.  An example of this would be a college degree in nursing. Clinical experience as a Registered Nurse; experience with curriculum and teaching strategies that address the needs of diverse populations and nontraditional settings; experience with the use of technology used in classroom applications and/or distance learning.


Special Conditions of Employment


Ability to obtain a current and valid RN license and CPR certification for Health Care Provider required. Some positions may require a Class D Driver’s License.


Working Conditions


This class may require incumbents to stand and walk for extended periods of time; may be required to lift objects up to 40 pounds.  Annual update of blood-borne pathogens.


This class specification is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to the class and examples of typical duties that may be assigned.  It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.