Instructor, Practical Nursing

 Provides effective instruction in assigned courses.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.  
 
*Instructs and guides the courses in the classroom, clinical, and laboratory settings in an efficient and effective manner
 
*Maintains accurate records of student work and attendance
 
*Prepares thoroughly for instructional responsibilities
 
*Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment
 
*Grades and returns student work in a timely manner
 
*Counsels students regarding their grades and progress in the course
 
Selects learning experiences and clinical assignments that facilitate student attainment of course student learning outcomes
 
Supervises and evaluates student classroom and clinical performance
 
Obtains and maintains laboratory supplies/safe use of laboratory equipment
 
Coordinates the use of specific facilities and resources both within and outside the college, as directed

Develops supplemental instructional materials for presentation of theoretical and laboratory content
 
Acts as academic adviser to assigned curriculum students; including pre-registering advisees during designated period each semester
 
Maintains records of each advisee’s enrollment, courses taken, courses dropped, grades received and progress toward graduation
 
Makes recommendation for admission criteria
 
Constructs classroom materials that support the goals of the course
 
Assists with on-going curriculum development, implementation and evaluation
 
Maintains regular office hours
 
Stays abreast of most current teaching methods and technology in the classroom
 
Uses assessment techniques to improve student learning outcomes and teaching methods
 
Serves on college or department committees as needed
 
Attends professional development opportunities when possible
 
Participates in professional meetings and community service
 
Assists with establishing goals and objectives for the course, selecting text and constructing a syllabus
 
Provides the student with opportunity to evaluate teaching effectiveness
 
Maintains communication with instructors from other divisions in order to keep courses up-to-date and appropriate
 
Participates in graduation exerciseKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
Able to use a wide variety of teaching methods to promote learning
 
Good organizational skills
 
Innovative, creative, motivated and work well with others
 
Ability to exhibit good interpersonal skills
 
Able to maintain records accurately and able to meet deadlines consistently
 
Able to perform normal duties with minimal supervision
 
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 
Demonstrate resourcefulness, initiative, enthusiasm, and a sincere interest in helping students reach their maximum potential
 
Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
 
A current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina
 
Must have two (2) calendar years’ prior full time employment, or the equivalent, in clinical nursing practice as a registered nurse
 
Must meet educational requirements of the NC Board of Nursing within three (3) years of hire
 
Unofficial transcripts must be attached with your online application prior to submission or submitted to Human Resources immediately upon completing the application.  If your transcripts are not submitted, your application may not receive full consideration.
 
Preferences:

Master's of Science in Nursing
 
Teaching experience in a program at or above the level of nurse aid
 
Nursing practice experience in assigned clinical area