Associate Faculty - Nursing

Big Bend Community College•Moses Lake, WA

About The Position

Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a rural college serving communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington, is hiring an Associate Faculty member in Nursing. The position prepares and teaches healthcare courses through lecture, laboratory, and clinical instruction for Level I and Level II students pursuing an Applied Science Degree in Nursing. The instructor provides engaging instruction that develops students’ knowledge, skills, and confidence in responding to emergency situations. The role reports to the Dean of Academic Transfer and Allied Health and works closely with the Allied Health Division Chair and other faculty and staff. Associate Faculty receive quarterly contracts, with compensation of $987.71 per lecture credit. The position is open until filled. BBCC describes its commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, student success, and creating a college community where people feel they belong and are supported in their personal and professional growth.

Requirements

At application, hold a master's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and have completed a nursing education program accredited by a nursing education accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; OR hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and be currently enrolled in a regionally accredited Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program or a graduate program in a health- or education-related field, with degree completion anticipated by June 2027.
Hold a current, unrestricted Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license, or be able to obtain licensure before employment.
Demonstrate current clinical nursing competence, with experience in geriatrics and/or medical-surgical nursing practice.
Be able to meet Washington State vocational instructor certification requirements.
Demonstrate commitment to working effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, disability, and age backgrounds.
Submit a complete application packet, including the BBCC online application, cover letter, comprehensive resume or CV, responses to supplemental questions, and unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate coursework and degrees. Official transcripts are required upon employment.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience in higher education, preferably in a nursing or healthcare-related program.
Proficiency with instructional technologies and learning management systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Canvas, and online educational resources.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
Ability to obtain or maintain certifications that allow instruction and issuance of industry-recognized completion cards and/or certificates.
Recent community college teaching experience.
Experience working with non-traditional, first-generation, and diverse student populations.
Ability to use innovative, student-centered teaching strategies and flexible instructional delivery methods.
Experience developing, implementing, and assessing curriculum that supports student success and workforce readiness.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach assigned courses in accordance with the Master Course Outline and in consultation with a full-time faculty member.
Meet scheduled class times and teach in the required instructional modality.
Assist students with questions related to the courses being taught and maintain frequent communication with students.
Refer students to appropriate college resources as needed.
Maintain and submit grades and attendance reports to college personnel when required.
Maintain student course materials for two quarters beyond the quarter of attendance.
Submit assessment data in consultation with a full-time faculty member in the department.
Assist with developing, selecting, or recommending instructional materials for courses being taught.
Post syllabi quarterly to the portal for each course taught.
Schedule and hold at least one office hour per week, online or face-to-face.
Maintain an educational environment that promotes student learning and success.