Instructor, Nursing Assistant Training Program ($5,000 Hiring Bonus)

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Job Title Instructor, Nursing Assistant Training Program ($5,000 Hiring Bonus)

Job Description

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will develop, prepare, and teach Health Careers courses within the department (to include nursing assistant, medication aide, phlebotomy, and other health career programs as developed) as well as potentially being responsible for organization, administration, continuous review, planning development, and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students enrolled in a health career training program. Instructional responsibilities require a broad-based knowledge of the role of the nursing assistant in the health industry. Faculty will also be responsible for advising and recruiting students and collaborating with business and industry partners to provide necessary training and education. The individual must meet certification and credentialing requirements specific for affiliated clinical practice agencies.

Duties/Functions

Teaching Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:

developing learner centered lesson plans

employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles

incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments

creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population

preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate

updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency

developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission

participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate

developing, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:

participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation

participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:

maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment

providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions

maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)

complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Student Support Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:

conducting recruiting activities

providing academic advising

promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success

assisting students with the registration and graduation process

referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

College Service Support college-wide endeavors to include:

collaborating with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinating schedules, and supporting student success

serving on department, division, and college committees

participating in GTCC institutional initiatives

collaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC

supporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)

participating in extracurricular student activities/clubs

attending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as required

Demonstrating and modeling the College's employability skills; communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain student records

Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor

Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required

Associate degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution with the ability to obtain a bachelor's degree within 2 years of hire.

North Carolina Registered Nurse unencumbered license or the ability to attain one prior to hire.

Education Preferred

Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing from a regionally accredited post- secondary institution.

Experience Required

Two years of relevant industry experience with administrative and clinical procedures routinely performed by nursing assistants

Two years of work experience as a Registered Nurse, i.e., 4000 hours in the United States

Post-secondary teaching and/or industry training experience in Nursing Assistant topics using any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars.

Experience Preferred

Greater than two years of relevant industry experience with administrative and clinical procedures routinely performed by nursing assistants

Greater than two years of work experience as a Registered Nurse, i.e., 4000 hours in the United States

Experience teaching in a community college

Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes

Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to: 1. Multi-task 2. Respect Diversity 3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments 4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment 5. Communicate effectively 6. Effectively implement and apply technology solutions

KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements

Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed): 1. Reporting Requirements 2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 6. Linking Student Learning Outcomes (within 30 days of hire) 7. Moodle Certification (if teaching online or hybrid – within 30 days of hire)

Department Trainings/Requirements: 1. Bloodborne pathogens/personal protective equipment training (yearly) 2. Automatic electronic defibrillator/CPR certification (renewal every 2 years) 3. Documented immunity to Hepatitis B with positive titer and other immunizations (if required by affiliated clinical agencies) 4. Documented flu vaccination. (yearly) 5. Documented negative/clear TB status (yearly except biannual is Gold blood test used)

Physical Demands

1. Physical Requirements a. Hear and see b. Stand extended periods of time (up to 4 hours) c. Stoop, bend, squat, lift, reach overhead d. Lift, push, or pull 50 lbs. 2. Work hours may include day, afternoon, evening, and weekend responsibilities 3. Instruction may be on any campus where health career programs are taught. 4. Travel between campus/clinical locations is required.

Other: 1. Acceptable results on background screening consisting of Criminal Background Check (CBC), Office of Inspector General Review (OIG), and 12 panel drug screen (upon hire).

Posting Type Faculty

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2020-049-REG-P

Open Date 04/20/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

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