Nursing Instructor

ACCS•Tanner, AL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The instructor will adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Community College System policy. This is a multi-site role with a primary base at either the Huntsville Campus, Decatur Campus and/or Rural Development Park.

Requirements

A minimum of a Master’s degree in Nursing with at least eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in Nursing from an accredited institution is required.
A minimum of three (3) years full-time clinical work experience in a direct patient care role as a registered nurse is required.
A current unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the State of Alabama or a multi-state license in resident state is required.
Demonstrated expertise in adult health and/or critical care through teaching or work experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated knowledge and experience conducting and coordinating campus laboratory and simulation experiences for first and second level nursing students is preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to conduct individual and small group instruction
Previous experience using Blackboard or other course management software platforms from an instructor standpoint
Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required
An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Documented evidence in the proficiency of use current educational technologies in the classroom including internet, e-mail, and computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and willingness to develop and teach web-based courses
Ability to work effectively with diverse students, other employees, and the public
Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, genders and ethnic backgrounds
Understanding of the broad range of students' abilities in an open-admissions college and the ability to accommodate varied learning styles
Successful problem solving skills
Conscientious- care about how work is done and desire to do a good job
Initiative- responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work
A focus on detail
A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to students
Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that knowledge
Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet student needs
A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand
An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system
Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Teach at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day or evening, at all sites, including dual enrollment, traditional classroom, hybrid or web format and distance education.
Provide clinical supervision on or off campus, at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day, evening, or weekend, at any approved clinical site.
Provide competent classroom, laboratory, and simulation instruction.
Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices.
Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.
Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.
Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.
Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.
Prepare or assist in preparation of material and evaluation of data to maintain program accreditation compliance as requested.
Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
Participate in nursing program pinning/candlelighting ceremonies.
Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.
Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work.
Maintain assigned office hours.
Maintain or increase competency in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
Promote positive and productive relationships with service area businesses, industries, and agencies.
Perform all duties with professionalism.
Provide advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the instructional program.
Serve on committees engaged in furthering the work of the institution when appointed or when elected.
Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.