PITT COMMUNITY COLLEGE invites applications for the position of: Nurse Aide Coordinator

SALARY: Depends on Qualifications.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB: Under limited supervision, coordinates and supervises nursing instructors, and instructs students in Nurse Aide education courses both in the classroom/lab and in a clinical setting and performs related administrative and record-keeping duties. Is responsible for updating, and evaluating nurse aide and related instructional programs. Reports to the Director of Healthcare Programs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assists new nursing instructors complete all applicable paperwork for certification by Department Health Services Regulations (DHSR) and North Carolina Board Of Nursing (NCBON) to teach Nursing Assistant and related programs. Coordinates and supervises nurse aid instructors and performs related administrative duties. Teaches/instructs students in the Nurse Aide Education courses (NA I and NA II) in the classroom/lab and in clinical setting. Fills in for instructors during their absence which includes conducting class/lab or clinical rotations as needed. Performs related administrative duties which include planning and implementing a clinical orientation session for students per semester; evaluating textbooks, preparing lesson plans, course syllabi, handouts, tests, etc.; developing and implementing appropriate assessment lab activities, gathering resources for class; duplicating materials and making transparencies; evaluating clinical performance; conducting critiques of students' class work; grading assignments; maintaining files; etc. Prepares and/or completes various reports and forms related to classes including yearly reports, grade reports, attendance sheets/rosters, clinical experience records as required by governing agencies DHSR and NCBON to maintain approval of NAI and NAII programs ensuring compliance with applicable policies and statutes.

Serves as Coordinator for the Nurse Aide Program for the College in ECD Division. Duties include assisting the Director of Healthcare Programs in conducting nurse aid program needs assessments ensuring that programs meet requirements of governing agencies (DHSR and NCBON). Updates, evaluates, and revises the curriculum; develops, plans, and implements courses; Coordinates the use of facilities; procures supplies and equipment for classes and labs; assists the Director with contracts between college and clinical facilities for student clinical experiences; plans schedules for clinical rotation for students; implementing policies; providing support to instructors and staff; directing and overseeing the efficient completion of all administrative forms; evaluating the program; marketing the program, maintaining equipment and supplies, etc. Conforms to the health requirements/screening for clinical agencies and presents a certificate of health as requested. Coordinates and oversees the work of part-time Nurse Aide Instructor(s) in the Department. Performs various other student-related duties including recruiting students, advising students, assisting students with class registration, counseling with students, assisting students with career and study skills, providing help with job placement and contacts, writing letters of recommendation, etc. Completes various student forms such as attendance records, grade sheets, clinical experience records, health records, etc. Provides records to clinical sites per policies. Coordinates computer training per Vidant Medical Center policy and orientations per policies, as well as PCC. Responds to phone calls, providing information and answering inquiries as appropriate.

Remains active in professional organizations and activities. Keeps abreast of newest research and technological advances relative to nurse aide education courses by reading professional journals and attending seminars, conferences, meetings, etc. Maintains good working relationships and communicates information within the Department and with all departments/divisions on campus. Receives, reviews, processes, files and/or submits a variety of documents and reports such as attendance report, grade sheets, evaluation forms, schedules, annual objectives, and various other forms, memos, and general letters of correspondence. Maintains files of instructional and administrative materials. Creates brochures each semester for the program, mailing, etc. Assists with graduation programs each semester. Receives and/or reviews various records and reports including attendance sheets, inquiries, issues, records, reports, correspondence, memos, etc.

Prepares and/or processes various records and reports including grade reports, and general correspondence as necessary. Refers to policy and procedure manuals, computer manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc. Operates, utilizes, and maintains various types of office and medical equipment including computer, calculator, medical monitors, stethoscope, calipers, diagnostic tools, IV equipment, general office and medical equipment. Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals including immediate supervisor, co-workers, staff, and the general public. Serves on various College committees and organizations and attends meetings as required. Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS: Associate degree in nursing; a current unencumbered Registered Nurse license and licensed to practice in North Carolina; two (2) years of experience (4000 hours) as a Registered Nurse in the United States; one year experience (2000 hours) in the long term care facility services, or experience supervising or teaching students in a long term care facility, or experience in a skilled nursing facility which is a distinct division of a hospital; experience teaching adults or supervising nurse aides. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of types of office and medical equipment including computer, medical monitors, stethoscope, diagnostic tools, IV equipment, etc. Must be physically able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally and/or frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Physical demands are in excess of sedentary work; position requires walking, standing, stooping, reaching, crouching, fingering, grasping, etc. for extended periods of time.

Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of approximately one hundred pounds. Must be able to perceive attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by means of receptors in skin, particularly those of fingertips. Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things. Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes the giving of instructions to students and staff. Includes the receiving of information and instructions from supervisor. Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of documents, reports, and various books such as various manuals, PCC handbook and catalog, various texts, PCC FACT book, etc.

Requires the ability to prepare various documents and reports such as lesson plans, grade/evaluation reports, attendance report, yearly reports, student records, etc., using the proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar. Requires the ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisor, subordinates, other PCC personnel, etc. with poise, voice control, and confidence. Requires the ability to be conversant in the theory, principles, and methods of effective and persuasive speaking, voice and diction, phonetics, and discussion and debate. Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems; to deal with nonverbal symbolism in its most difficult phases; to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables; to comprehend the most abstruse classes of concepts. Requires the ability to apply rational systems such as education (teaching), nursing, etc., in order to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information and to follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to instruct others via effective verbal communication.

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers; determine percentages and decimals; determine time and weight; and apply algebraic principles. Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape. Motor Coordination: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in utilizing automated office and medical equipment, etc. Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, office and medical equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have high levels of eye/hand/foot coordination. Color Discrimination and Visual Acuity: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color; requires the visual acuity to determine depth perception, night vision, peripheral vision, inspection for small parts; preparing and analyzing written or computer data, etc. Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under high stress when confronted with an emergency. Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear.) Knowledge of Job: Has thorough knowledge of the methods, policies, and procedures of the Continuing Education Division of the Academic Affairs Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Instructor/Coordinator Nurse Aide.

Has considerable knowledge of the practices, procedures, rules and regulations of the Division and the College as they pertain to the position. Has comprehensive knowledge of the Department. Has extensive knowledge of the subject matter and courses taught. Has excellent knowledge of techniques, practices, and procedures to effectively instruct others. Is able to apply principles of influence systems in teaching processes. Is able to formulate goals and objectives for the Nurse Aide Program. Is able to direct and coordinate activities in order to meet goal and objectives. Is able to evaluate the program and effectively solve any problems that arise. Has good supervisory skills. Has comprehensive knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping practices and procedures as they relate to the position. Has knowledge of general office operations, functions, and procedures as they relate to the position. Is able to compile, organize, prepare, and maintain an assortment of records, reports, and related information. Is able to use abstract thinking in curriculum planning, course planning, etc. Has excellent human relations skills. Is able to advise students and handle student problems effectively. Is able to communicate with various individuals and groups such as students, staff, peers, other PCC personnel, physicians, patients, etc. Is able to use independent judgment in routine as well as non-routine situations. Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology utilized within the Department. Is able to understand the educational and psychological aspects of job. Is able to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and office operations. Is able to read, understand and complete written requests and work assignments in a timely fashion. Has knowledge of how to estimate time, materials and supplies required to complete various routine activities. Is able to promote efficient completion of duties. Has good organizational and management skills. Is able to operate office machines and various types of medical equipment in the performance of duties. Is able to plan ahead on a daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/semi-annual basis in regards to securing instructors, developing curriculum materials, contracting with clinical sites, and scheduling classes, etc. Is able to work under conditions where diseases may be contracted. Is able to work under stressful conditions related to working with students in an atmosphere where there is no room for error, handling administrative duties, meeting deadlines, etc. Is able to make sound, educated decisions in a variety of areas on a constant basis. Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility.

Maintains high quality communication and interacts with all College departments and divisions, co-workers and the general public. Quantity of Work: Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Specific Duties and Responsibilities. Dependability: Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and for meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, College policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas. Attendance: Attends work regularly and adheres to College policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time-off requests. Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction. Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment. Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same.

Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with College policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and departments within the College. Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers, supervisors and staff for mutual and College benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all College employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with department employees, staffers and managers in other departments, representatives from organizations, and the general public so as to maintain good will toward the College and to project a good image. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints from other departments and persons in order to maintain good will within the College. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image within the College. Interacts effectively with higher management, professionals and the general public. Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Maintains a calendar for meetings, deadlines and events. Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the College and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace. Planning: Plans, directs and uses information effectively in order to enhance activities and production of the department. Knows and understands the expectations of the College regarding the activities of the department and works to see that these expectations are met. Designs and formulates ways, means, and timing to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and the College. Within the constraints of College policy, formulates the appropriate strategy and tactics for achieving departmental and College objectives. Organizes, arranges and allocates manpower, financial and other designated resources in an efficient and effective way so as to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and the College. Organizing: Organizes own work and that of subordinate staff well. Ensures that staff members know what results are expected of them and that they are regularly and appropriately informed of all College and department matters affecting them and/or of concern to them. Staffing: Works with the Personnel Department to select and recommend employment of personnel for the department who are qualified both technically and philosophically to meet the needs of the department and College. Personally directs the development and training of department personnel in order to ensure that they are properly inducted, oriented and trained. Leading: Provides a work environment, which encourages clear and open communications. Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of the principles of effective leadership and how such principles are to be applied. Provides adequate feedback to staff so that they know whether their performance levels are satisfactory.

Commends and rewards employees for outstanding performance yet does not hesitate to take disciplinary action when necessary. Exercises enthusiasm in influencing and guiding others toward the achievement of College goals and objectives. Controlling: Provides a work environment, which is orderly and controlled. Coordinates, audits, and controls manpower and financial resources efficiently and effectively. Coordinates, audits, and controls the utilization of materials and equipment efficiently and effectively. Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of College standards, methods and procedures. Delegating: Assigns additional duties to staff as necessary and/or appropriate in order to meet department goals, enhance staff abilities, build confidence on the job and assist staff members in personal growth. Has confidence in staff to meet new or additional expectations. Decision Making: Exercise discretion and judgment in developing and implementing courses of action affecting the department. When a particular policy, procedure or strategy does not appear to be achieving the desired result, moves decisively and definitively to develop and implement alternatives.

Creativity: Regularly seeks new and improved methodologies, policies and procedures for enhancing the effectiveness of department and College. Employs imagination and creativity in the application of duties and responsibilities. Is not adverse to change. Human Relations: Strives to develop and maintain good rapport with all staff members. Listens to and considers their suggestions and complaints and responds appropriately. Maintains the respect and loyalty of staff. Policy Implementation: Has a clear and comprehensive understanding of College policies regarding the department and College function. Adheres to those policies in the discharge of duties and responsibilities and ensures the same from subordinate staff. Policy Formulation: Keeps abreast of changes in operating philosophies and policies of the College and continually reviews department policies in order to ensure that any changes in College philosophy or practice are appropriately incorporated. Also understands the relationship between operating policies and practices and department morale and performance. Works to see that established policies enhance same.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.pittcc.edu