Adjunct Nursing Instructor

Roanoke-Chowan Community College•Ahoskie Campus, NC

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position involves teaching assigned nursing courses, developing curriculum, advising students, and participating in institutional service and professional development. The instructor will utilize appropriate instructional methodologies and adhere to college-approved course descriptions and syllabi. Responsibilities include evaluating student performance, maintaining records, and providing instructional assistance. The role also entails curriculum development, program evaluation, and making recommendations for resources. Advising students on progress and registration, and referring them to appropriate support services are key functions. Institutional service includes committee work, marketing, recruitment, and representing the college positively. Professional development involves creating and executing a development plan, maintaining licensure, and staying current with field trends. The role requires regular use of electronic equipment, communication with students and staff, and the ability to move around campus. Physical demands include lifting up to 25 pounds and positioning oneself for tasks. Specific vision abilities like close vision, distance vision, and focus adjustment are necessary.

Requirements

Current, active unencumbered license, or multistate licensure privilege to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in the state of North Carolina
Two (2) calendar years or the equivalent of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Moodle Learning Management System (LMS)
Classroom teaching experience
Assessment Questions Writing for National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
Data Collection and Management
Flipped Classroom Implementation

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses using appropriate instructional methodologies and in accordance with college approved course descriptions, outlines, current course syllabi, and the philosophy and purpose of the program.
Explain course objectives and evaluation procedures to students at the beginning of each course.
Fulfill the duties of clinical or lab instructor in supervision of students as applicable.
Provide any necessary instructional assistance beyond regularly scheduled class hours.
Evaluate and provide feedback on student progress in a prompt manner; assign final grades in accordance with college procedures.
Evaluate student performance using methods appropriate to the course.
Maintain accurate course records including enrollment and attendance information and grade reports.
Inform students of departmental and college rules and procedures.
Participate in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of course descriptions, outlines, and objectives and participates in the selection of instructional resources, make recommendations to the Director, ADN.
Participate in program evaluation to determine achievement of program outcomes, North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) performance measures and standards, compliance with Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) criteria, and compliance with standards as prescribed by the North Carolina Board of Nursing and the North Carolina Nurse Practice Act.
Assist in development, implementation, and evaluation (using the ADN Total Program Evaluation Plan) of the nursing curriculum and courses.
Participate in departmental activities relative to revising and updating the program(s) in the area of expertise.
Assist with the development of new programs in the area of expertise.
Make recommendations to the lead instructor for selection of supplies, equipment, equipment repairs, textbooks for courses of study, and the scheduling of classroom and laboratory facilities.
Maintain advisee files and regularly conduct advisee conferences to provide information for student progress toward goal completion.
Participate in registration for students.
Refer students to proper source for assistance with personal, financial, academic, or social issues.
Serve on college committees and perform other duties as assigned by the Director, ADN.
Assist with marketing, recruitment, and retention of students.
Recommend members to serve on program advisory committee.
Attend program advisory committee meetings.
Represent the college favorably at all times, work cooperatively with affiliating health care agencies.
Develop a professional development plan that is approved by the Director, ADN, and participate in those activities that achieve approved professional development activities.
Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for position.
Remain abreast of current knowledge, skills, and trends in the field.
Maintain membership and participation in professional organizations.
Attend workshops, conferences, and professional meetings.
Participate in on campus professional development activities.