AHA Training Instructor- PRN - (260004QA)
This position will train caregivers as part of the American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) programs ensuring all required AHA reports and documentation are completed promptly. The position is also responsible for training site reviews and ongoing course and instructor monitoring. They will serve as principal resource for information, support, and quality control for all AHA instructors within the designated training center, attend trainings as requested/required by AHA and demonstrate knowledge of adult learning concepts and ability to teach and evaluate program effectiveness using those concepts.What You Will Do
As an AHA Training Instructor, you will coordinate the classroom aspects of the American Heart Association courses and ensure that all courses are being held according to standards and guidelinesReserve and organize classrooms and equipment to conduct scheduled classesEnsure instructors, equipment, classroom instruction and student ratios meet the standards set by the American Heart Association and University HospitalsApply adult learning techniquesAdapt and develop training materialsPrepare and adapt lesson plans based on American Heart Association curriculum and principles using competency-based educationInstruct and impart information in an interactive participative manner eliciting frequent responsesSelect and use audiovisual hardware and software to reinforce learningEvaluate and document classroom and laboratory reaction and learning of trainees utilizing the program and state approved formatsAdditional Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Associate's Degree or Diploma RN or applicable certificate training program (Required) Bachelor's Degree in nursing or related field (Preferred) Work Experience
2+ years as a Registered Nurse or Paramedic (Required) 2+ years ACLS, PALS & BLS certifications (Required) 2+ years instructor experience teaching BLS, ACLS & PALS (Preferred) 2+ years AHA Training Center Faculty (TCF) (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of American Heart Association standards (Required proficiency) Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, Word, PPT, Outlook, etc.) (Required proficiency) Proficient in multi-tasking and problem-solving (Required proficiency) Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, requiring high mobility and physical activity (Required proficiency) Demonstrates strong interpersonal verbal/written communication, delegation, and problem-solving skills. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Paramedic (Required Upon Hire) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Required within 30 Days) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Required within 30 Days) Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required within 30 Days) Physical Demands
Standing Constantly Walking Constantly Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Occasionally Handling Constantly Grasping Constantly Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Frequently Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently Travel Requirements
10%
: United States-Ohio-Concord
: United States-Ohio-Cleveland
7576 Auburn Road
7576 Auburn Road
Concord 44077
: Support Services
: UHHS_Nurse_Education
: Per Diem
: PRN - ShiftVariable
: Standard
: Professional
: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Remote Work: No
: Sep 17, 2026, 6:54:08 PM
Founded in 1866, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of 23 hospitals (including 5 joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. The system’s flagship quaternary care, academic medical center, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, is affiliated with Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Northeast Ohio Medical University, Oxford University and the Technion Israel Institute of Technology. The main campus also includes the UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the nation; UH MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and UH Seidman Cancer Center, part of the NCI-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center. UH is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research programs in the nation, with more than 3,000 active clinical trials and research studies underway. UH Cleveland Medical Center is perennially among the highest performers in national ranking surveys, including “America’s Best Hospitals” from U.S. News & World Report. UH is also home to 19 Clinical Care Delivery and Research Institutes. UH is one of the largest employers in Northeast Ohio with more than 30,000 employees.
