LPN/RN CNA Instructor

Job Description Summary

Shape the Future of Healthcare in South Carolina

MUSC Health is seeking a licensed LPN or RN to serve as a Nurse Educator within our Workforce Development team. This role is ideal for a nurse who is ready to transition from bedside care into a meaningful educator position while continuing to influence clinical excellence across our Midlands Division locations.
As a Nurse Educator for our DHHS-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Apprenticeship Program, you will prepare students to successfully complete the Nurse Aide Competency Exam through classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on clinical experiences at MUSC Health Midlands. This position plays a critical role in strengthening the healthcare workforce pipeline for our region.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000854 COL - Human Resources (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Shape the Future of Healthcare in South Carolina

MUSC Health is seeking a licensed LPN or RN to serve as a Nurse Educator within our Workforce Development team. This role is ideal for a nurse who is ready to transition from bedside care into a meaningful educator position while continuing to influence clinical excellence across our Midlands Division locations.

As a Nurse Educator for our DHHS-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Apprenticeship Program, you will prepare students to successfully complete the Nurse Aide Competency Exam through classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on clinical experiences at MUSC Health Midlands. This position plays a critical role in strengthening the healthcare workforce pipeline for our region.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Instruction & Student Development (Primary Focus)

• Deliver classroom, simulation lab, and clinical instruction aligned with DHHS-approved CNA curriculum
• Create engaging, student-centered learning environments
• Evaluate student competency and provide individualized coaching and feedback
• Prepare students for successful completion of the Nurse Aide Competency Exam
• Maintain grading, attendance, and academic documentation
• Teaching days are typically two days per week (8:00am–4:00pm), with additional time allocated for preparation, grading, and coordination activities.

2. Program Coordination & Compliance

• Coordinate clinical placements and preceptor schedules
• Manage cohort documentation in collaboration with Workforce Development and Midlands Technical College
• Support Apprenticeship Carolina documentation and hour tracking requirements
• Ensure compliance with MUSC Health, DHHS, and educational partner standards
• Utilize student and unit feedback to continuously improve instructional delivery

3. Recruitment, Retention & Community Engagement

• Participate in candidate interviews and cohort selection
• Support apprentice onboarding processes
• Conduct regular touchpoints to promote apprentice retention and success
• Represent MUSC Health at community outreach events, job fairs, and advisory meetings as needed

Job Requirements:

· Education

• Current South Carolina LPN or RN license (or compact state RN license)
• Minimum one (1) year of inpatient nursing experience
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the Midlands service area

· Work Experience

• Three (3) or more years of inpatient experience
• Experience teaching, training, precepting, or mentoring nursing staff or students
• Prior involvement in CNA education, workforce training, or apprenticeship programs

Additional Job Description

Compensation & Total Rewards

This position offers a competitive salary aligned with academic and workforce development roles within the region. In addition to base compensation, team members benefit from:

• Predictable weekday scheduling
• No overnight or rotating shifts
• State benefits package
• Retirement plan options
• Professional development support
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within MUSC Health

About MUSC Health Workforce Development

MUSC Health’s Workforce Development division partners with Midlands Technical College and Apprenticeship Carolina to create innovative healthcare career pathways. Our CNA Apprenticeship Program is designed to strengthen the regional workforce while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.

By joining this team, you are not just teaching a course — you are helping build the future of healthcare in South Carolina!

Why This Role Stands Out

If you are passionate about mentoring, education, and building the next generation of caregivers, this role offers both professional growth and work-life balance.

• Direct impact on workforce development and patient care quality
• Opportunity to mentor and develop future healthcare professionals
• Collaborative partnership with Midlands Technical College
• Meaningful leadership influence without traditional management burden
• For nurses seeking stability, mentorship impact, and professional balance, this role offers meaningful value beyond shift-based compensation models.

Who Would Thrive in This Role?

• Nurses seeking transition from bedside into education

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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