Nursing Instructor

Northeast Community College is seeking a full-time Nursing Instructor

This position is an on campus, in person full-time position. Under minimal supervision, the instructor is responsible for the delivery of course instruction in a variety of modalities and locations, facilitation of student learning and success,

assessment of student performance, supervising students, and the on-going development of curriculum and learning strategies which meet the needs of students and employers. Additionally, collaborate with other faculty and staff members to provide quality instruction for a diverse student population; perform instructional duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies and procedures of the College. The successful applicant will maintain requisite office hours; provide academic advisement to students; serve on college committees; attend meetings; participate in professional development activities: contribute to divisional and budget planning; prepare and deliver classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical instruction; supervise and evaluate student performance in clinical practice settings; and perform all instructional-related activities as directed within the policies, guidelines, and regulations of Northeast Community College.

Education:Minimum of a master's degree in nursing.

Experience: At least 3 years' work experience as a registered nurse with a preference of 5 years or more. Teaching experience preferred.

Skills:

• Demonstrate expertise in nursing practice while facilitating learning, supervising and evaluating student performance, and providing instruction in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical settings.
• Ability to plan, implement, and sponsor appropriate activities to supplement instruction based on institutional standards and sound instructional design principles.
• Ability to assist in selecting textbooks, developing/updating curricula, completing reports (including accreditation reports), tracking/reporting assessment data, and contributing to program review/strategic planning. Lead these efforts as required.
• Maintains records and files (I.e., grades, assessment reports, department reports,) and perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Dean and/or Vice President of Educational Services relating to the best interest of the program and student success.

• Ability to evaluate, record, and report attendance. Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues/careers in the field.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with staff, students, faculty, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse ethnic, racial, socioeconomic, gender, and disabilities populations.
• Ability to serve as a resource and liaison to part-time faculty as needed.
• Possess proficient computer skills and familiarity with technology and software used to enhance instruction.
• Attentive to detail, and the ability to accurately follow written and oral instruction.
• Develop and lead program assessment, program review, program improvement activities and projects, participate in internal and external professional development, stay current in their specific field(s), and enhance their teaching and applied research skills.
• Ability to maintain records as required by Dean and institution, assist with program course scheduling, coordinate projects, events, and applied research opportunities, and attend events as required.
• Ability to assist with career days, organize and host advisory committees, assist with the creation and alignment of non-credit and apprenticeship offerings
• Ability to maintain labs and program equipment, ensure appropriate disposal of hazardous equipment, ensure compliance with state regulatory bodies, state agencies, accreditors, etc, and ensure appropriate permitting, licenses, and inspections.
• Serve as a liaison between the college and community organizations.

This position is eligible for Northeast Community College’s excellent full-time faculty fringe benefit package, including:

• College-paid health insurance premiums for single, employee/spouse, employee/children or family plans
• College-paid employee dental premiums
• College paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Competitive rates for vision plans and dependent dental
• Up to 9.5% matching on 403(b) retirement plan
• BestCare EAP
• Flex spending plans