Full-time Nursing Faculty

PA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY•Media, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Pennsylvania Institute of Technology’s Practical Nursing Program is seeking qualified faculty applicants to provide full-time didactic nursing instruction within the Practical Nursing Program. Reporting to the Director of Nursing for the PN Program, the faculty member is responsible for providing subject matter expertise in accordance with approved course syllabi. The faculty member is responsible for assessing student performance and documenting all course-related activities according to program policies and procedures. Faculty members also participate in program review, course assessment, and curriculum enhancement utilizing evidence-based nursing education models and best practices.

Requirements

Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PPT and Zoom.
Experience with a LMS such as Canvas, Moodle or Blackboard
Exceptional people skills
Excellent communication skills
Graduate from an NLNAC approved Nursing School.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required, MSN preferred.
Active pursuit and current enrollment in Bachelor’s in Nursing Program with approved education plan for completion of Bachelor’s in Nursing within five years.
Current PA licensure as Registered Professional Nurse without restrictions.
Current CPR Certification.
Minimum of Nursing experience involving direct client care or teaching experience within 2 years of employment.
Satisfactory criminal record check and child abuse history clearance.
Satisfactory immunization for rubella, rubeola, varicella and mumps, Tdap, PPD, seasonal flu vaccination and Covid-19 vaccination.
Completed a series of 3 (three) Hepatitis B vaccinations or waiver signed.

Nice To Haves

Completion of at least one (1) year of experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or practical nursing, or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing or practical nursing highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Effectively deliver in-person didactic, simulation, clinical, and laboratory instruction utilizing approved course syllabi and instructional materials.
Ensure compliance with all applicable accrediting and regulatory agency standards and requirements.
Promote student success by demonstrating flexibility in teaching style and work schedule, while fostering an engaging, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
Assess student performance in a timely manner and provide constructive feedback to support student learning and achievement.
Manage the didactic learning environment by maintaining accurate records, submitting grades and required reports within established deadlines, and administering academic and attendance policies consistently.
Identify students who are at risk of not achieving course outcomes and provide input regarding individualized corrective action plans, remediation, and student support strategies.
Mentor and advise students through scheduled meetings and ongoing academic support.
Participate in ongoing curriculum development, evaluation, and assessment to support continuous program improvement.
Recommend appropriate textbooks, online resources, technology, and other instructional materials to the Program Manager or Director.
Participate in program and college committees and other activities as assigned.
Create, review, and update course content, examinations, and other assessments to ensure alignment with course and program outcomes.
Participate in course analysis and evaluation, using assessment data and evidence-based practices to identify opportunities for course enhancement.
Demonstrate familiarity with and effectively incorporate multiple teaching and learning modalities to meet diverse student learning needs.