AY27 - Nursing Instructor, Medical/Surgical

Los Angeles Community College District•Monterey Park, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

East Los Angeles College (ELAC), established in 1945 as part of the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), serves students in the Los Angeles suburb of Monterey Park and is the largest campus in its district. The college has an international, multicultural student body that complements the communities comprising its primary service area. The college offers both academic transfer courses which prepare students for admission to four-year colleges and universities and occupational programs which prepare students for careers in two years or less. The ELAC Department of Nursing is seeking to fill one Probationary Tenure-Track position in Medical-Surgical Nursing. The positions will begin in the Fall 2026 semester. Instruction involves theory, laboratory, and clinical teaching responsibility.

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing OR Bachelor’s degree in Nursing AND Master’s degree in Health Education or Health Science OR the equivalent OR the minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher
At least one year of experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care within the last five years in Medical-Surgical Nursing area
Minimum of one-year teaching experience (two academic semesters or three quarters) in Registered Nursing Program in Medical/Surgical Nursing or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing
A current California RN License by the start of employment
A sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
Tuberculosis Screening
Evidence of Immunity to Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (German Measles), Varicella (Chicken Pox), and Hepatitis B
Tdap/Td (Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis or Whooping Cough)
Influenza (Annual Flu Vaccine)
COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster – Mandatory, no exemption
Respiratory Fit Testing – N95 mask
Color Vision Test
Urine Drug Test
Live Scan (FBI and DOJ)
Fire Card
BLS Card from American Heart Association
Malpractice Insurance

Nice To Haves

A recent and strong background in Medical-Surgical Nursing acute care practice (three to five years’ experience within the last five years)
A second BRN specialty approval (Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing or Pediatric Nursing or Obstetrical/Maternal Child)
Experience in Geriatric Nursing
Possess an excellent academic record and have experience teaching adult medical surgical nursing in the community college setting
Exhibit knowledge of current nursing theory and clinical practice in the subject matter to be taught
Possess the ability to assume responsibility and accountability for instruction, evaluation of students, and planning and implementing curriculum content in the content area
Demonstrate a commitment to student success
Facilitating student learning by designing varied interactive learning environments including the use of clinical simulation, virtual reality, and high-fidelity simulators
Experience in using Canvas Learning Management System, Zoom meeting, curriculum development, NCLEX-RN Prep, ATI testing service, and previous student success experience will be highly desirable
Demonstrate the understanding of, or have experience in, the use of student learning outcomes (SLO's) in promoting student success
Possess a commitment to collegiality within the instructional environment by interacting effectively with colleagues and maintaining active participation in departmental meetings and committees
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff and students
Ability to communicate clearly with students and colleagues
Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations
Ability to adapt to changes in nursing education and health care delivery

Responsibilities

Teach theory, laboratory, and/or clinical components of medical-surgical courses
Teach courses over an academic year in accordance with established course outline
Provide resource and coaching to students as needed
Participate in the development and the assessment of student learning outcomes (SLO's)
Maintain scheduled office hours for student contact
Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge in the academic field
Interface with the assigned clinical facility to maintain a desirable environment for the attainment of learning objectives
Develop and update department course curricula
Develop resources, materials, and strategies, including using multimedia technology platforms to teach students in a multicultural environment
Active involvement in campus responsibilities (committee obligations in accordance to faculty contract, accreditation, etc.)
Assist in developing new courses and curricula in Nursing as needed
Assume departmental duties as assigned by the chairperson (e.g., participate in program review, plan and attend advisory committee meetings, revise course outlines, assist with student advisement, and participate actively on campus committees)
Develop supplementary materials and incorporate instructional technology to complement textbooks, other published materials, and lecture presentations
Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff and students