12-Month Nursing Faculty

Mayland Community College•Spruce Pine, NC

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Dean of the Division or the program coordinator, the faculty member teaches assigned class loads and advises students according to College rules and procedures. The position requires at least 40 hours per week, including teaching, maintaining posted office hours, evaluating student work, preparing courses, and completing other assigned duties. Instruction may include classroom, laboratory, clinical, and online courses at MCC-approved locations. Schedules may include evenings and/or weekends. The faculty member supports nursing program quality and compliance by assisting the Director of Nursing and program coordinator with North Carolina Board of Nursing regulations, candidacy requirements, and Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing standards. The role contributes to long-range program planning, clinical placement coordination, curriculum development, evidence-based practice, program assessment, and accreditation reporting. The faculty member also maintains professional nursing and teaching knowledge, mentors adjunct faculty as assigned, and works with College departments and external agencies to support student success.

Requirements

Current unrestricted license to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
At least one academic year of full-time teaching experience in a nursing program, or as required by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
At least two calendar years of prior full-time employment or equivalent in clinical nursing practice as a registered nurse.
Effective working knowledge of personal computers, Datatel modules, Microsoft Office, internet, and email services.
Professional experience in teaching, instruction, and curriculum development.
Experience working with students and faculty to address issues and concerns and resolve conflicts.
Ability to interact tactfully and courteously with Board of Trustees members, College staff, students, and the general public.
Discretion in handling confidential information and sensitive materials.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, time-management, written communication, and oral communication skills.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees and communicate effectively with other agencies to help students with special needs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Nursing.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned classes, including classroom, laboratory, clinical, and online instruction, at MCC-approved locations and in accordance with the MCC Faculty Workload Policy.
Use instructional methods and teaching techniques that support course goals, objectives, and learning outcomes.
Serve as a faculty advisor and assist students outside scheduled class times as needed, including at the Student Support Center upon student request.
Report grades and attendance weekly in College systems, submit Early Alerts and Administrative Withdrawals, and prepare course syllabi.
Participate in course development and revision, and furnish required data and reports accurately by established deadlines.
Attend faculty and unit meetings and workshops, maintain professional and technical knowledge, and participate in the faculty evaluation process.
Notify the direct supervisor in advance and in writing of absences or class schedule changes, and complete leave forms according to MCC policy.
Mentor adjunct faculty as assigned by the area supervisor.
Participate in graduation, priority and final registration, student orientations as requested, student recruitment, and assigned committees and task forces.
Assist with inventory of equipment and supplies as directed by the College’s Business Office.
Collaborate with Student Services to support student success and provide accessible instruction to students with disabilities as directed by Counseling and Disability Services.
Support the College’s mission, vision, and values and comply with applicable plans, policies, and procedures.
Assist the Director of Nursing and program coordinator with NCBON compliance, candidacy requirements, and ACEN accreditation standards.
Comply with NCBON teaching and learning requirements and maintain evidence-based nursing knowledge and nursing education practices through professional reading and appropriate workshops and conferences.
Work with the clinical coordinator and Director of Nursing on long-range program planning and coordination of clinical placements, considering each facility’s requirements and policies.
Work with nursing instructors on course and curriculum planning and revision, emphasizing evidence-based nursing practice, research, and standards from relevant professional, regulatory, and accreditation organizations.
Participate in collecting, recording, and reporting program data, including admissions and retention, course and clinical evaluations, facility feedback, graduation and employer surveys, NCLEX first-time tester success rates, higher-degree enrollment, program reviews, NCBON reports, accreditation self-studies, and grant-writing endeavors.
Monitor documentation of nursing instructors’ professional competence, including licensure and competence in nursing specialties and nursing education.
Carry out special assignments at the request of the Division Dean or a committee, and perform other duties as assigned.