Nursing Instructor

Classification Title: Faculty 12 Month

Posting Number: 0600446

Position Type: Full-Time

Department: Associate Degree Nursing

Instructional position in the license vocational nursing and/or associate degree nursing program. Teach assigned nursing classes according to approved course syllabi;

Utilize, or be willing to learn, technology such as Blackboard, WebEx, Tegrity, Smartboard, and computerized training manikins;

Provide students with written expectations, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, grading rubrics, clinical and simulated laboratory evaluations, etc.;

Administer tests which are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives;

Teach students from a wide spectrum of ages and from diverse social and cultural backgrounds with varying learning styles;

By ways and means of instructing students, affirm the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn;

Maintain up-to-date knowledge in nursing and teaching fields;

Deliver material in a clear and understandable manner;

Demonstrate willingness to teach didactic and clinical nursing courses at various times and locations;

Prepare adequately for class and arrive promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities;

Address student concerns, i.e., comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, and provide timely electronic communication as appropriate;

Maintain an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, web, or distance, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity;

Adhere to the requirements, standards and guidelines set forth by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas; National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission; and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree from a regionally accredited institution; preferred Bachelors or Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution in nursing. Bachelors with 6 hours in upper level nursing courses; current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.

Specific Position Duties:

Utilize, or be willing to learn, technology such as Blackboard, WebEx, Tegrity, Smartboard, and computerized training manikins;

Provide students with written expectations, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, grading rubrics, clinical and simulated laboratory evaluations, etc.;

Administer tests which are appropriate to course content, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives; Delivers material in a clear and understandable manner.

Teach students from a wide spectrum of ages and from diverse social and cultural backgrounds with varying learning styles;

By ways and means of instructing students, affirm the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn;

Maintain up-to-date knowledge in nursing and teaching fields;

Demonstrate willingness to teach didactic and clinical nursing courses at various times, locations, and delivery methods as needed and reasonably requested by the college;

Prepare adequately for class and arrive promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities;

Address student concerns, i.e., comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, and provide timely electronic communication as appropriate;

Maintain an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, web, or distance, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity;

Adhere to the requirements, standards and guidelines set forth by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas; National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission; and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

Consistently measure and evaluate achievement of student learning outcomes and make recommendations for improvement as needed;

Utilize appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners;

Work Hours:

Work Hours: Varied according to class schedule. Clinical supervision may require early morning, early evening, or Saturday work schedule.

Required Applicant Documents:

Resume

Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Applicant Documents:

Cover Letter

Letter of Reference 1

Letter of Reference 2

Letter of Reference 3

Odessa College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability or age in educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

by Shane Turner via NursingFacultyJobs.com