College Nurse, part-time

College of the Desert•Palm Desert, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

College of the Desert is seeking a part-time adjunct instructor for its College Nurse position. Under administrative leadership, the instructor participates in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs, courses, and other experiences that promote students’ educational growth and support the community college district’s vision, mission, and values. Assignments are primarily in person and may also include online synchronous or asynchronous teaching and learning. Classes may be held at the Palm Desert, Indio, Mecca-Thermal, Palm Springs, or Desert Hot Springs locations, and may be scheduled during the day, evening, or weekends. The role includes teaching assigned classes or labs, preparing instruction consistent with official course outlines, providing students with course syllabi and learning materials, respecting student rights, referring students to support services, and supervising students in off-campus activities when applicable. The instructor evaluates student progress, returns work and examination results promptly, assigns grades under district policy and applicable regulations, and submits required records and reports accurately and on time. The instructor must follow department rules for equipment use and security, report unsafe conditions, fulfill obligations under the collective bargaining agreement, and maintain required official records. Optional duties may include student advising, office-hour assistance, curriculum or teaching-modality development, committee and department participation, professional development, and mentoring. Optional duties are voluntary, though some may be compensated under the collective bargaining agreement. Minimum qualifications are either a master’s degree in nursing and a California Public Health Nurse certificate, or a bachelor’s degree in nursing and a California Public Health Nurse certificate plus a master’s degree in a specified related field. A valid California Registered Nurse license is also required. Applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community college students.

Requirements

Master’s degree in nursing and a California Public Health Nurse certificate; or bachelor’s degree in nursing and a California Public Health Nurse certificate, plus a master’s degree in health education, sociology, psychology, counseling, health care administration, public health, or community health.
Valid California Registered Nurse license.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Applicants who do not clearly meet the minimum qualifications must submit an Equivalency Request Form and narrative with the application.
Degrees earned outside the United States require a Foreign Equivalency Evaluation; non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S. evaluation at application time.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States and must reside in California while employed.
Application must include a completed online application, resume with employment dates, cover letter, college transcripts, and references including at least two supervisors and one colleague.
Selected candidates must provide a tuberculosis exam certificate, complete Live Scan fingerprinting, provide proof of U.S. work eligibility, and complete onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

Meet assigned classes and labs at the scheduled times.
Develop and deliver instruction consistent with the official course outline.
Prepare and distribute a written syllabus during the first week of each course, including objectives, grading criteria, and classroom policies.
Respect student rights under district policy and applicable laws.
Ensure textbooks and instructional materials are available to students in a timely manner.
Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.
Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is part of the instructor’s load.
Evaluate students’ progress toward course objectives and communicate objectives, evaluation methods, and results.
Return assignments and examination results in a timely manner.
Assign grades in accordance with district policy, administrative procedure, and applicable California regulations.
Submit grade reports and other required forms, including census, progress, attendance, and proctoring forms, accurately and on time.
Follow department regulations for the proper use, care, and security of equipment.
Notify the supervisor of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions.
Fulfill obligations established in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Maintain official records required by district policy and procedures and submit them according to college procedures.
Optional: Advise students on learning skills, enrichment opportunities, and career options related to the subject field.
Optional: Provide academic assistance and related services to students during office hours.
Optional: Participate in credit-by-examination where applicable, curriculum review and development, alternative teaching modalities, advisory committees, professional development, meetings, shared governance, committee work, recruitment activities, or mentoring new faculty, as assigned or applicable.