Nursing Instructor, 12 Months (9mo + 3mo) bei Mayland Community College, NC

About the Department

Under general supervision of the Dean of the Health Sciences Division or the program coordinator within that Division, the faculty member teaches assigned class loads and serves as faculty advisor according to the rules and procedures of the College. The faculty member will work at least 40 hours per week including instructing courses, maintaining posted office hours, evaluating student work, preparing for the courses, and fulfilling other duties as needed. This position will be a nine 9mo + a three 3mo position.
 
Salary is determined by verified degree:  

• BSN   $53,496 (9 MO) + $17,832 (3 MO)
• MSN   $56,061 (9 MO) + $18,687 (3 MO)

Position Duties

• Provides quality instruction and teaches assigned class loads, including class, lab, clinical, and online as directed, according to MCC Faculty Workload Policy. Schedule may include evenings and/or weekends.

• Teach classes at MCC approved locations, including local high schools, Avery Learning Center, and Yancey Learning Center

• Use methods of instruction and teaching techniques that are appropriate to fulfill course goals, objectives, and learning outcomes

• Serves as a faculty advisor to students of the college

• Assists students outside of scheduled class times as needed, including the Student Support Center upon student request

• Weekly reporting of grades and attendance in college systems throughout the semester

• Submit Early Alerts and Administrative Withdrawals as outlined in MCC procedures

• Develops and maintains course syllabi

• Participates in course development and course revision processes for the department

• Furnishes all data and reports accurately according to deadlines set by the Instructional Services Division and the Academic Calendar. These would include, but not be limited to:
  o Semester workload sheet
  o Course syllabi, following the format given by the college
  o Attendance Reporting
  o Final grades
  o Student Learning Outcome documentation

• Attends faculty and unit meetings, and workshops as scheduled

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through professional development opportunities

•  Actively participates in the faculty evaluation process

• Notifies the direct supervisor of any absences or alterations in the class schedule in advance and in writing. Complete Leave forms according to MCC Policy.

• Mentors adjunct faculty as assigned by the area supervisor

• Participates in graduation, priority registration, and final registration, and is available for student orientations as requested

• Participates in student recruitment activities

• Participates in assigned committees and task forces

• Assist in the inventory process for equipment and supplies, as directed by the College’s Business Office

• Work and collaborate with Student Services to support student success in classes

• Provide accessible instruction to students with disabilities as directed by Counseling and Disability Services

• Continual support of the College’s mission, vision, and values as stated in plans, policies, and procedures

• Assists Director of Nursing and program coordinator in assuring compliance with the North Carolina Board of Nursing (NCBON) regulations and participating in candidacy requirements and accreditation standards of the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

• Complies with NCBON teaching/learning requirements and maintains evidence-based practice nursing knowledge and nursing education best-practice strategies through reading professional publications, attending workshops and conferences as appropriate.

• Works with clinical coordinator and Director of Nursing in long-range program planning and assists with coordination of clinical placements with consideration of the requirements and policies and procedures of each of these facilities regarding student participation.

• Other duties as assigned

• Works with nursing instructors in course and/or curriculum planning/revision with emphasis on evidence-based nursing practice and research, and incorporation of standards from the following bodies:
  o National Academy of Medicine
  o Institute for Healthcare Improvement
  o Healthy People 2030
  o Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
  o Quality and Safety Education for Nurses
  o National League of Nursing
  o American Nurses Association
  o National Council of State Boards of Nursing
  o North Carolina Board of Nursing
  o North Carolina Community College System
  o Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
  o Occupational and Safety and Health Administration
  o Joint Commission
  o Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

• Participates in collection, recording, and reporting of data related to program, including admission/retention rates, course evaluations and clinical evaluations from students, feedback from clinical facilities, graduation and employer surveys, NCLEX success rates for 1st-time testers; and rates of students’ enrollment in higher degree programs, college program review, NCBON Program Descriptive Report, and program self-studies for accreditation processes, and grant-writing endeavors.

• Monitors documentation of professional competence of nursing instructors in the program, including licensure, evidence of professional competence in specialty areas of nursing practice, and professional competence in nursing education.

• Carries out special assignments at the request of the Division Dean, or committee.

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Holds a current unrestricted license to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina and holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. 

Experience:  One (1) academic year of full-time teaching experience in a nursing program or as required by the North Carolina Board of Nursing; and a minimum of (2) calendar years prior full-time employment or the equivalent in clinical nursing practice as a registered nurse.

License(s) Required:  Holds a current, unrestricted license to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina.       

Other Qualifications

A Master’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.