Adjunct Faculty - VN

Pacific College•Ontario, CA

19d

About The Position

Pacific College is seeking a dedicated, student-centered Vocational Nursing Instructor for its LVN/VN program serving the Costa Mesa, Santa Fe Springs, and Ontario campuses. Depending on experience and program needs, instructors may teach theory, skills lab, and/or clinical courses. The college seeks a reliable, supportive educator who enjoys mentoring students and helping them develop into confident nursing professionals. It values continuity and is especially interested in instructors open to an ongoing teaching relationship and returning for future terms as scheduling allows. The role involves instruction in classroom, skills lab, and clinical or healthcare settings, across areas including adult, pediatric, obstetric, and geriatric nursing. Instructors support student learning and progression, assess performance, maintain academic records, review course materials, and collaborate with program leadership and faculty. Theory instructors must be available for a consistent weekday schedule of two days per week. Clinical and skills lab instructors should be willing to teach weekend skills labs and clinical rotations, working both Saturdays and Sundays, and travel to off-site clinical facilities as assigned.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN), or a bachelor’s degree in another discipline if the applicant is a licensed vocational nurse.
At least two years of nursing experience as an RN or LVN within the past five years.
Alternatively, an associate degree in nursing (ADN) and at least six years of experience as a registered nurse.
A current, unencumbered state nursing license as an RN or LVN.
Demonstrated competency teaching adult learners, which may include a course or CEU program.
Proven experience supervising and instructing students in clinical and/or academic settings, with a focus on nursing education and student success.
Proficiency with Learning Management Systems and instructional technology supporting in-person, online, and hybrid instruction.
Clinical teaching experience across diverse care settings, such as acute care, pediatrics, senior or long-term care, and primary care.
Familiarity with curriculum development and continuous improvement aligned with nursing program accreditation and regulatory standards.
Strong understanding of medical terminology, patient care procedures, and documentation review, including care plans, assessments, and clinical records.
Ability to teach and validate core clinical skills and procedures relevant to the VN/RN scope of practice.
Strong knowledge of nursing standards, patient-centered care, and safety practices, including infection prevention and quality expectations.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and support diverse learners.
Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate records and meet documentation deadlines.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty and program leadership.
Commitment to professionalism, continuous improvement, and ongoing development in nursing education and clinical best practices.
Maintain teaching competence and expertise through activities such as nursing practice, continuing education programs, conferences, workshops, seminars, and academic courses.
Meet applicable BVNPT regulation and approval requirements.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) is preferred.
Previous experience teaching in a vocational nursing program at a college is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging instruction combining nursing theory and hands-on practice across adult, pediatric, obstetric, and geriatric disciplines.
Teach and support students in classroom, skills lab, and clinical or healthcare settings while fostering an inclusive, motivating learning environment.
Supervise, coach, and evaluate student performance and ensure adherence to patient safety, quality standards, and professional practice expectations.
Provide timely, constructive feedback to support student confidence, growth, and successful course progression.
Maintain accurate and timely attendance, evaluation, and academic records in the LMS and other required systems.
Review course and curriculum materials through the Learning Management System to strengthen learning outcomes.
Mentor students through classroom learning, clinical supervision, and assigned projects, promoting professionalism and career readiness.
Collaborate with program leadership and faculty to provide a consistent, supportive student experience across learning environments.
Support clinical coordination, including placement support and compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Review student documentation for completeness, accuracy, and professional standards.
Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and ongoing professional development.
For theory instruction, commit to a consistent weekday teaching schedule of two days per week.
For clinical or skills lab instruction, teach weekend skills labs and clinical rotations, including both Saturdays and Sundays, and travel to off-site clinical facilities as assigned.