Vocational Nursing Instructor - Part Time Evenings/Weekends

Unitek Learning•Fremont, CA

2d•$50 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

Unitek College is seeking part-time Vocational Nursing Instructors to train the next generation of nurses. Instructors teach lecture content and clinical rotations, which may take place during weekdays or weekends and during the day or evening. Weekend clinical availability is required. Courses may be taught at different times and locations according to program needs. The role includes improving instructional quality through varied teaching methods, using online activities to enhance course content, supporting syllabus and instructional-guideline revisions, and maintaining student and program records. Instructors also keep current with technologies, safety regulations, nursing practice, and college updates; participate in professional development and assigned committees; and maintain continuing-education hours needed for renewed licensure. The hourly pay range is $50.00–$60.00, with a midpoint of $55.00. The typical hiring range is between the minimum and midpoint; starting pay may vary based on education, experience, skills, location, and budget.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the state where applying to teach.
Three years of bedside experience for candidates with RN/BSN.
Six years of bedside experience for candidates with LVN/Associate degree.
Ability to meet faculty requirements set by the Board of Vocational Nursing.
Current knowledge of nursing practice.
Ability to mentor students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
Ability to work independently without close supervision.
Broad knowledge of nursing sciences.
Experience successfully handling day-to-day nursing lab operations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Current knowledge and experience in a clinical setting.
Current immunizations.
Basic Life Support certification.
Weekend clinical availability.

Responsibilities

Improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and applying different and innovative teaching methodologies and techniques.
Demonstrate or develop skills in using online activities to enhance course content during interactive teaching and learning.
Assist with reviewing and revising course syllabi and instructional guidelines.
Submit required program reports and forms to the program Director on time.
Stay current with new technologies and safety regulations.
Maintain student attendance, grade, and skills check-off records, and assist with program data collection by established deadlines.
Update and maintain student files related to clinical requirements, immunizations, and educational requirements.
Teach courses at varied times and locations to meet program needs.
Teach lecture content and clinical rotations, which may occur on weekdays or weekends and during days or evenings.
Participate in professional development and maintain continuing-education hours for renewed licensure.
Stay current with college updates.
Participate in assigned committees based on availability, prioritizing teaching responsibilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
Two weeks of vacation per year initially, increasing based on years of service.
12 paid holidays and one floating holiday.
401(k) with company match.
Company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary.
Leadership development and training for career advancement.
Tuition assistance and forgiveness for the employee and family, up to 100% depending on program.
Competitive salary.
Unlimited growth potential.
Collegiate work environment.