Assistant Professor - Vocational Nursing

Kilgore College • Kilgore, TX

14d • $56,069 - $57,262 • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Professor is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the clinical experience and the instructional program within a given area of curriculum, and in keeping with the institutional philosophy of the LVN Program and the philosophy and objectives of Kilgore College.

Requirements

• Current Texas License to practice as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of Associates Degree in Nursing; Bachelors degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years varied nursing experience within the last 5 years
• Show evidence of teaching abilities and maintain current knowledge, clinical expertise and safety in subject areas of teaching responsibility.
• Strong critical thinking and communications skills, as well as the ability to work independently while developing strong collaborative relationships with colleagues, students, student services, and academic services units.
• The individual must be able to exercise excellent professional judgment and discretion, making decisions on a regular basis that impact student welfare and the Health Science division.
• Individual must possess a commitment to student success, and strong interpersonal, advising, public speaking, and data management skills.
• Individual must also possess the ability to work as a member of a team and exercise exceptional organizational skills, independent judgement, initiative, and confidentiality.
• Willing to work within the philosophical framework of Kilgore College and the Health Science division.
• Student-oriented and able to meet deadlines.
• Keeps abreast of current trends in education and affiliated program requirements.
• Creates a climate conducive to student learning and peer relationships.
• Maintains professional relationships with peers, colleagues, and students.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in maintaining program compliance with TBON and other governing agencies.
• Assists students in learning by formulating course outlines, preparing lesson plans, devising theoretical evaluation tools, correcting and evaluating.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching and learning aids including computer technology (SIMS, Computer Presentations), guest lectures, tours, observational experiences, community resources, and research assignments.
• Recognizes students as adult learners treating all equally and fairly, maintaining a friendly and professional atmosphere in the classroom.
• Formulates clinical objectives and plans appropriate clinical experience. Assists students in interpreting the prescribed therapeutic regimes for patients; keeps adequate anecdotal records; prepares clinical evaluations. Conducts individual evaluation sessions; conducts clinical conferences and/or assists students in conducting conferences.
• Participates in the formulation and implementation of the philosophy and objectives of the program.
• Participates in the evaluation of program policies, clinical objectives and experiences, and curriculum.
• Acts as a liaison between affiliating agencies and the school; facilitates a positive relationship with our clinical facilities and their staff; interprets affiliating agency policies for students. Works in coordination with the Nursing Department for the betterment of patient care, and provides adequate supervision of students during clinical experiences.
• Maintains classroom and lab equipment, and tools, repairing and replacing as needed.
• Shows a positive attitude toward Kilgore College, its students, staff, and varied instructors.
• Maintains appropriate office hours and clinical hours and is accessible for guidance and counseling of students with learning needs, demonstrating concern for student progress.
• Participates in Continuing Education and Faculty /Professional Development programs.
• Assists in the orientation of new faculty and recruitment of applicants as needed.
• Maintains proof of licensure, proof of TBON CE requirements, annual immunizations and CPR certification.
• Participates in departmental/faculty meetings to review and evaluate program curriculum and student issues.
• Communicate with the Program Director reporting all issues of concern and safety.

Benefits

• 36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time.
• Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided.
• An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan ‘ORP’ for full time faculty.
• Full Time employees have free use of the college’s recreational/fitness facilities
• Tuition scholarships are for the employee and dependent children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree