Nursing Instructor

Casper College•Casper, WY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The position of Nursing Instructor conducts college courses in the Nursing Program for the School of Health Science, advises students, assists in recruiting students and assists with various departmental duties in accordance with departmental objectives, and participates in meeting the needs for the nursing program’s specialized accreditation. This is a 9-month, benefited faculty position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
Commitment to obtain a master’s degree in nursing within five years of hire.
Current unencumbered RN license in the state of Wyoming or eligible for licensure as an RN in the state of Wyoming.
Commitment to Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) education.
Physical abilities to meet the demands of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution.
Knowledge or interest in acquiring knowledge about methodology for traditional and alternative instruction and the application of technologies.

Responsibilities

Conducts college nursing courses for students using a variety of appropriate teaching methods.
Meets all scheduled classes prepared to instruct.
Prepares teaching syllabi for courses of study.
Prepares materials to adequately evaluate student progress.
Reports midterm and final grades when appropriate.
Maintains accurate and adequate records.
Establishes regular office hours for student consultation.
Advises students on academic curricula.
Serves on faculty committees.
Participates in faculty meetings.
Provides recommendations for preparation of departmental budgets.
Participates in the development of nursing and health science curricula.
Participates in the accreditation process for the nursing program and institution.
Adheres to all institutional policies.
Keeps up with developments in the field of nursing and health care by reading current literature, communicating with colleagues, and participating in professional development.
Demonstrates and teaches patient care in classroom and clinical units to nursing students.
Instructs students in principles and application of physical, biological, and psychological subjects related to nursing.
Lectures to students, conducts and supervises laboratory work, issues assignments, and directs seminars, panels, and simulation activities.
Supervises student nurses and demonstrates patient care in clinical units of healthcare facilities.
Prepares and administers examinations, evaluates student progress, and maintains records of student classroom and clinical experiences.
Participates in planning curriculum, teaching schedule, and course outline.
Completes accreditation activities as needed for the nursing program and institution.
Cooperates with medical and nursing personnel in evaluating and improving teaching and nursing practices.
May specialize in specific subjects, such as anatomy, chemistry, psychology, or nutrition, or in a type of nursing activity, such as nursing of medical or surgical patients.
May conduct classes for patients in health practices and procedures.