Instructor, LPN/Paramedic to RN Bridge

Georgia Department of Revenue•Griffin, GA

About The Position

Southern Crescent Technical College is hiring a full-time LPN/Paramedic to RN Bridge (ASN) Instructor at multiple campus locations. The role includes teaching and non-teaching activities, with classroom and clinical instruction, program recruitment, and responsibility for complying with grant requirements. The position is fully funded through a grant, and continuation beyond the grant period is not guaranteed. Under general supervision, the instructor prepares lesson plans for credit-bearing technical and occupational courses in accordance with program goals, state and institutional standards, and accrediting agency requirements. The instructor evaluates student progress, maintains program certifications and required accreditation and state-licensing documentation, manages supplies and equipment and prepares budget requests, and ensures safety and security requirements in training areas. The role also involves working with students, staff, and educators on instructional programs and student progress, and supporting student recruitment, retention, and job placement.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university, or a baccalaureate degree in Nursing with documented progress toward an earned graduate degree in Nursing, relevant experience, and direction by a faculty member with at least one earned graduate degree in Nursing.
Credentialing that satisfies administrative and instructional functions mandated by appropriate accrediting bodies.
Current Georgia Registered Nurse License or eligibility for licensure.
At least three years of professional nursing experience within the last seven years.
Excellent human relations, written communication, verbal communication, interpersonal, and public-facing skills.
Experience operating computers and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of the Blackboard Learning Management System.
Knowledge of and experience using Electronic Medical Record systems.
Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory, postsecondary vocational/technical education, academic course standards, and the college’s academic programs.
Ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty, and staff; prepare and deliver classroom content; make timely decisions; and use decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours and effectively in classroom and clinical settings.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation, pre-employment drug screening, and motor vehicle screening.
Submission to a background investigation as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of full-time in-field work or teaching professional nursing experience in education, business, industry, and/or military environments within the last seven years.
Appropriate professional credentials for or related to RN instruction, maintained as applicable.
Current Georgia Registered Nurse License maintained.
Active participation in appropriate professional or occupational organizations.

Responsibilities

Prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction in credited technical and occupational courses, aligned with program goals, state and institutional standards, and accrediting requirements.
Teach in classroom and clinical settings and fulfill teaching and non-teaching activities.
Evaluate students' progress toward curriculum goals and objectives.
Request and maintain supplies and equipment and prepare required budget requests.
Maintain program certification requirements, as appropriate.
Prepare and maintain documentation and administrative reports related to accreditation and state licensing management.
Ensure safety and security requirements are met in training areas.
Meet with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss instructional programs and issues affecting student progress.
Assist with program recruitment, student retention, and job placement efforts.
Ensure compliance with all grant requirements.