Unclassified Employment Opportunities
Position: Nursing Instructor - Adjunct
Department: Health & Natural Sciences / Allied Health
Reports To: Director of Nursing
Position Summary
The Adjunct Nursing Instructor will provide students with instruction of the
highest standards, evaluate student progress, assist in preparation of
syllabi, assist in activities furthering the work of the institution,
communicate necessary information to students, provide academic advice to
students as needed and serve on standing and ad hoc committees as needed.
Demonstrated Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The ideal candidate must have the ability to promote an inclusive environment
that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students,
employees, and our local community, one in which every individual feel
respected and valued. The Nursing Instructor must demonstrate cultural
humility and the ability to work with a college community with diverse
academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including those
with disabilities and veterans.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide competent instruction in the clinical and theoretical areas of
nursing.
Maintain high standards and promote excellence in education.
Participate in and contribute to the team-teaching of classroom and
clinical courses and model team-enhancing behavior for students.
Serve as a role model for students in professional interaction with other
health workers and with clinical facilities.
Promote positive and productive relationships with service area hospitals,
clinics, businesses, industries, and agencies.
Assist the Director of Nursing in scheduling and confirming use of
clinical sites.
Maintain relationships with clinical sites and professional peers that
support the reputation of the College and the Practical Nursing Program.
Continue as competent faculty in nursing by seeking new knowledge,
improving teaching skills, and updating professional competencies.
Collect, record, maintain, and submit accurate class records including
grades, absences, withdrawal and/or class drop information to appropriate
offices.
Maintain attendance records for clinical groups and for classes taught and
turn these records into the nursing office promptly.
Promote student development through enrichment and mentoring experiences.
Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in
the College Catalog and the Faculty Handbook and follow such policies and
procedures.
Assist in the review and assessment of student learning in the Nursing
program.
Perform any other professional duties as assigned by the Practical Nursing
Program Director
Education and Qualifications
Associates Degree in Nursing (RN)
An unencumbered license as a registered nurse eligible to practice in the
state of Louisiana
A nurse instructor shall be a registered nurse with a minimum of three
years of nursing experience. At least one of these three years must have
been as a medical-surgical hospital staff nurse providing direct patient
care. An applicant for nurse instructor must have practiced as a nurse for
a minimum of six full-time months during the three years immediately
preceding application.
Applicant approval by the Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse
Examiners will be required to confirm eligibility prior to hire.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Maintain high standards and promote excellence in education.
Curriculum Planning & Program Development and Management.
Effective pedagogy for adult learners and technical learning, Adult
Education.
Effective classroom management including maintaining a positive learning
environment.
Leadership.
Mentoring.
Records Management.
Extensive knowledge of the content area.
Ability to effectively handle conflict productively in a professional
situation.
Knowledge and commitment to institutional mission and values and the
ability to work with stakeholders across the college to achieve and uphold
those.
Physical Demands: When Applicable
Ability to work in excess of 40 hours a week, which may include nights and
weekends.
Ability to view a computer screen for long periods of time.
Ability to function in a high-pressure, stressful environment and meet
stringent deadlines.
Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment.
Ability to carry <25 lbs., stand, sit, reach, bend, climb, reach and
push/pull.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
All applications are confidential, and references will not be contacted
without the expressed authorization of the applicant.
To apply, send cover letter, resume, all unofficial transcripts, and contact
information for three professional references to: [email protected] (Include
Adjunct Nursing Instructor in subject line)
Incomplete applications will not be forwarded for review.
It is the policy of Nunez Community College not to discriminate based on sex,
creed, color, race, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability in
its educational programs, activities, or employment policies as required by
Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments and other Federal and State anti-
discrimination laws.
ADA & EOE
