Faculty, Nursing

Pierpont Community & Technical College•Fairmont, WV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pierpont Community and Technical College is hiring a nursing faculty member to prepare students for entry-level nursing practice in the Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) and Bridge to ADN programs. The faculty member teaches and mentors students in clinical, classroom, skills lab, small-group, and simulation settings, and contributes to the college community through academic, scholarly, administrative, and outreach activities. The role includes developing and delivering curriculum-aligned course content; planning lectures, discussions, and laboratory sessions; assessing student performance and providing feedback; and advising and mentoring students. The faculty member uses evidence-based practice, varied teaching modalities, and interactive learning strategies to help students build critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and nursing-process skills. The role also supports program assessment and accreditation requirements, including ACEN criteria and student learning outcomes. The faculty member is expected to maintain current nursing knowledge and clinical expertise, pursue professional development, participate in committees and institutional functions, collaborate with community organizations and industry partners, and follow accreditation standards and college policies. Some out-of-state travel—less than 10%—is required for related CWE conferences and professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Five years of clinical nursing experience.
Active, unencumbered registered nurse license in West Virginia or a West Virginia multistate license.
Thorough and accurate knowledge of nursing, including the ability to evaluate and apply content.
Commitment to professional development and keeping current in the discipline.
Ability to obtain and maintain faculty credentials required by the college’s accrediting agencies.
Ability to clearly communicate instructional material, concepts, and ideas.
Moderate physical activity, including handling objects weighing up to 40 pounds and standing, sitting, and/or walking for long periods.
Some out-of-state travel, less than 10%, for related CWE conferences and professional development.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in nursing.
Teaching experience.
Passion for teaching.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver course content in accordance with the curriculum.
Plan and conduct lectures, discussions, and laboratory sessions.
Assess student performance through assignments, exams, and projects, and provide constructive feedback.
Advise students on academic and career-related matters and mentor them in academic pursuits.
Engage in scholarly activities, research, and professional development.
Participate in departmental and institutional committees and contribute to college academic and administrative functions.
Stay current with educational trends, methodologies, and nursing practice relevant to assigned teaching responsibilities.
Collaborate with local community organizations and industry partners; participate in student activities, outreach, and community development.
Use technology, online resources, and innovative teaching methods to enhance learning.
Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and institutional policies, and participate in assessment and evaluation processes.
Present curriculum-defined theory supported by research and evidence-based practice in an organized, understandable manner.
Guide students in developing critical thinking, clinical decision-making, the nursing process, and clinical judgment through instruction and feedback.
Provide clinical and simulation learning activities using teaching strategies suited to the setting, learners, and course outcomes.
Support program and ACEN criteria by formulating evaluation questions that align with student learning outcomes.
Assist advisees who need direction and support in attaining learning outcomes.
Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of the School of Health Careers.