Practical Nursing-Substitute/Part-time Instructor
About The Position
TCAT Shelbyville is accepting applications to establish a pool of qualified substitute and part-time instructors for the Practical Nursing program. Instructional opportunities may include classroom instruction, clinical supervision, Anatomy & Physiology (A&P), and Math for Meds (Dosage Calculations). Assignments are made on an as-needed basis and may vary in duration, location, and schedule. Substitute and part-time instructors are responsible for providing high-quality instruction, supervising students in classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical settings as assigned, evaluating student performance, maintaining required records and documentation, and supporting the delivery and success of the Practical Nursing program.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing or Associate of Science degree required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Tennessee.
- Minimum of three (3) years of recent clinical nursing experience, including experience in Maternal, Pediatric, Mental Health/Psychiatric, and/or Adult Health Nursing.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Previous teaching or clinical instruction experience preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years of recent nursing or related healthcare experience.
- Ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office, email, and other instructional technology.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and the public.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, solve problems, and make appropriate decisions.
- Ability to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Previous teaching or clinical instruction experience preferred.
- Previous teaching experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide instruction and supervision in assigned classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical settings.
- Deliver course content using lesson plans, instructional materials, and curriculum provided by the Practical Nursing program.
- Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback to promote student success.
- Maintain accurate student records, attendance, grades, and other required documentation.
- Foster a positive, professional, and inclusive learning environment for traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
- Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and clinical agency personnel, as applicable.
- Maintain compliance with college, Tennessee Board of Nursing, and clinical agency policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate professional conduct and model appropriate workplace behaviors.
- Coordinate student disciplinary concerns with the Vice President of Academics and Compliance.
- Maintain accountability for assigned equipment, instructional materials, and supplies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
