Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program Instructor

Georgia Department of Revenue•Toccoa, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

North Georgia Technical College is hiring a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program Instructor based in Toccoa, Georgia. Teaching assignments may require travel to one or more campus or site locations, and faculty may be assigned to any location based on college business needs and the Licensed Practical Nursing Program. Under general supervision, the instructor is responsible for instruction across classroom, laboratory, clinical, simulation, and online learning environments. The role includes teaching nursing theory and practical application; using current technologies and evidence-based teaching strategies; assessing student progress; grading coursework and maintaining documentation; and providing effective communication and feedback. The instructor maintains a safe instructional environment and keeps current with nursing practice, healthcare trends, regulatory requirements, and nursing education. In collaboration with the Program Director and other practical nursing faculty, the instructor helps develop, revise, and evaluate curriculum, syllabi, program goals, and learning outcomes. The position also supports student recruitment, retention, progression, and graduation; participates in committees and college initiatives; completes professional development and training; and performs other duties as assigned. The college states that employment decisions are based on merit and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities, and that it is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited RN program at an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Active Georgia RN license in good standing.
At least three years of practice as a licensed registered nurse within the last seven years.
Documented BLS certification.
Knowledge of nursing practice, standards, and nursing education principles.
Knowledge of academic course standards and regulatory and program compliance requirements.
Experience using educational technologies in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical instruction.
Skill in assessment, evaluation, and accurate recordkeeping.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work cooperatively with students, faculty, staff, healthcare agencies, and community partners.
Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy appropriate accrediting bodies for assigned courses.
Maintain current professional licensure, certifications, and competencies required for nursing instruction.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Postsecondary teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Teach nursing theory and practical application in classroom, laboratory, simulation, clinical, and online settings.
Use current technologies and evidence-based teaching strategies.
Assess and evaluate student progress toward course, program, and learning outcomes through testing, grading, and feedback.
Grade coursework and submit required documentation in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, clinical partners, and the public.
Maintain a safe instructional environment in accordance with regulatory, institutional, and clinical agency requirements.
Keep current with nursing practices, healthcare trends, regulatory requirements, and developments in nursing education.
Collaborate with the Program Director and other PN faculty to develop, revise, and evaluate curriculum, course syllabi, program goals, and learning outcomes.
Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials consistent with approved state standards.
Assist with reports and documentation required by regulatory and governing agencies.
Maintain qualifications for employment under TCSG policies and Georgia Board of Nursing requirements.
Comply with applicable TCSG policies, college procedures, and clinical agency requirements.
Maintain current professional licensure, certifications, and competencies required for nursing instruction.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, students, healthcare partners, and community stakeholders.
Assist with student recruitment, retention, progression, graduation, and other college initiatives.
Participate in advisory committees, faculty consortium committees, and other assigned projects.
Complete required professional development and institutional training.
Perform other duties as assigned.