Associate Degree Nursing Faculty-Didactic and Clinical Education
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Working Title Associate Degree Nursing Faculty-Didactic and Clinical Education
Position Status Full Time
Department School of Health Sciences
General Summary The dual role will support clinical education for all nursing programs while serving as ADN Faculty. The individual will ensure program compliance, support academic excellence by providing high-quality instruction in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings to prepare nursing students for entry-level professional practice and successful completion of the NCLEX-RN licensure examination, and manage clinical partnerships to promote high-quality nursing education. This role combines academic leadership with operational coordination of clinical experiences.
Specific Position Duties Associate Degree Nursing Faculty:
Teach a variety of courses within the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN)
program.
Adhere to all standards, requirements, and guidelines established by the
Texas Board of Nursing, the National League for Nursing Commission for
Nursing Education Accreditation, and the Texas Higher Education
Coordinating Board.
Maintain current knowledge in the teaching field through review of
professional literature, continuing education, professional development
activities, and attendance at conferences and workshops.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to teach a variety of courses,
schedules, locations, and instructional delivery methods as assigned or
reasonably requested by the college.
Design and deliver appropriately rigorous coursework that supports student
success and promotes achievement of learning outcomes.
Provide students with clear, written expectations consistent with Odessa
College and ADN program standards, including syllabi, policies, assignment
instructions, and grading criteria.
Develop and administer assessments that align with course content and
current nursing practice, including comprehensive final examinations.
Promote a learning environment that respects the dignity of all
individuals and supports the right of all students to learn.
Evaluate and provide timely, constructive feedback on student performance
in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings.
Plan, coordinate, and supervise student learning experiences in laboratory
and clinical environments.
Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and other required course
documentation.
Foster an academic environment that encourages engagement, critical
thinking, and integrity across all instructional modalities.
Prepare thoroughly for instructional activities and arrive promptly for
all scheduled classes, labs, and clinical assignments.
Deliver instructional content in a clear, organized, and effective manner.
Address student questions, concerns, and communications in a timely and
professional manner through office hours, electronic communication, and
other appropriate methods.
Collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and community partners to
support departmental and institutional goals.
Advise students regarding degree plans, academic progression, and program
requirements to support successful completion.
Participate in curriculum development, evaluation, and revision in
collaboration with faculty and leadership.
Perform routine departmental and operational duties as assigned by program
leadership, including timely submission of reports, schedules,
documentation, and other required materials.
Support recruitment, marketing, and outreach efforts for the nursing
program.
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to provide student advising,
mentoring, and academic support. Participate in college events, functions,
and service activities, including appropriate community engagement.
Clinical Education:
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of clinical education requirements per the
Texas Board of Nursing.
Coordinate and manage clinical schedules, simulations, and clinical
placements across all nursing programs (ADN, LVN, and BSN).
Ensure timely communication and collaboration with all clinical partners
throughout the Odessa College service area.
Serve as liaison between the college and clinical partners to manage and
track affiliation agreements and preceptor contracts.
In collaboration with the directors, identify, formulate, manage and track
preceptor agreements and affiliation agreements between Odessa College and
all clinical partners.
Support clinical faculty and students by providing orientation, resources,
and problem-solving assistance related to clinical placements, services,
and processes.
Collaborate with nursing directors to assess and improve clinical
participation, curriculum alignment, and learning outcomes.
Represent Odessa College at clinical committee and hospital board
meetings.
Ensure compliance with all clinical documentation and provide training for
faculty and staff on clinical processes and systems.
Work collaboratively with all nursing faculty to ensure efficient and
high-quality implementation, delivery and analysis of ongoing clinical
program initiatives.
Assist with program assessment and evaluation specifically related to
clinical participation.
In collaboration with the faculty and directors, manage clinical schedules
and utilization of clinical services for providers and students.
Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution; OR Master's degree in another field with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and at least 6 graduate-level nursing credit hours from a regionally accredited institution. Current RN license or privilege to practice in the State of Texas.
Preferred Qualifications Previous leadership experience in nursing education and clinical coordination.
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