BSN Instructor - Full Time Med Surge Clinical

Unitek Learning • Sacramento, CA

2d • $95,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Unitek Learning is seeking a highly skilled registered nurse to support its BSN program as a Medical-Surgical clinical instructor. The instructor plans and supervises student clinical experiences at assigned healthcare facilities, evaluates student performance against clinical learning outcomes, and provides timely feedback. The role also contributes to course assessment, faculty orientation, student advising, program planning, and continuous improvement of instruction. No previous teaching experience is required; Unitek’s Faculty Development training program provides support for developing classroom teaching skills.

Requirements

• Hold a valid, active license issued by the State Board of Registered Nursing.
• Hold a Master of Nursing degree or higher from an accredited college or university, including coursework in nursing or education, administration, OB, or Pediatrics.
• Have at least four years of experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care.
• Have one year of clinical experience within the last five years; clinical teaching counts toward direct patient care experience.
• Be clinically competent as defined in CCR Section 1420(c).
• Have expertise in Medical-Surgical nursing.

Nice To Haves

• No previous teaching experience is required; faculty development training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other instructors to prepare, administer, and grade examinations and help prepare final course evaluations.
• Maintain and submit class attendance and grades.
• Assist with strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives to support program quality.
• Plan and implement orientation for new faculty in theory and clinical facilities.
• Use teaching principles that recognize the characteristics of adult learners and make continuous efforts to improve instructional quality.
• Use or develop skills with online activities that enhance course content during interactive teaching and learning.
• Maintain student attendance and skills check-off records and assist with program data collection.
• Submit required program reports and forms to the program director on time.
• Keep current with new technologies and safety regulations.
• Participate in committee activities supporting the nursing program’s mission and function, and attend faculty meetings.
• Plan and supervise student clinical experiences at assigned healthcare facilities.
• Evaluate student clinical performance in relation to learning outcomes and established Unitek College policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback on clinical performance or specific events immediately after observation.
• Ensure clinical assignments meet the needs of students and facilities.
• Determine appropriate methods for observing, instructing, and evaluating students.
• Determine whether clinical facilities meet health and safety requirements for Unitek College students.
• Provide students with ongoing communication through office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods.
• Participate in student advising activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Two weeks of starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service.
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for the employee and family, up to 100% depending on program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time