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Southwestern Community College Practical Nursing Clinical Coordinator/Instructor in Sylva, North Carolina
Statement of Primary Purpose Provide instructional services to nursing students both in the classroom and clinical setting.
This position is 9-month plus both summer sessions.
Classification Curriculum faculty, full-time, exempt
Essential Functions and Responsibilities - Serve as clinical coordinator for the PN program - Prepare and teach assigned courses in accordance with course outlines and published course schedule - Maintain accurate records for each course taught - Provide clinical education duties as assigned - Assign and grade clinical education assignments and paperwork - Assist in the selection of new practical nursing cohorts annually - Assist in student recruitment, advising, registration, and retention - Assist in the selection and ordering of equipment, supplies, and textbooks - Prepare, review, and update course outlines on a regular basis - Recommend and assist with curriculum revisions as necessary - Participate in curriculum advisory committee meetings, if applicable - Cooperate in scheduled student evaluations of instructor and course - Keep regular posted office hours in accordance with college policy - Submit all college reports in an accurate, timely fashion - Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled - Be responsible for professional development and maintaining professional competence - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and others - Be available to teach an 8-week summer course in addition to the regular curriculum
Additional Duties and Responsibilities - Participate in college events and activities - Serve on college standing committees and attend meetings - Attend college commencements
Minimum Qualifications Education Required: BSN with a commitment to obtain MSN within 3 years or Teaching and Learning certificate or another method of compliance with NCBON rule 21 NCAC 36 .0318-C.5 is required prior to hire or within 3 years of hire. Preferred: MSN
Knowledge and Skills 4 years of clinical nursing experience is required; community college teaching experience is preferred. - Desire to teach and guide nursing students in clinical, lab, and simulation. - Two calendar years or the equivalent of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse. - Knowledge of current nursing practice for registered and licensed practical nurses. - Current CPR certification (BLS), qualifying TB test in the last year, vaccinations up to date (titers or waivers accepted for some), or ability to complete clinical onboarding requirements in a timely manner.
Physical Demands The ability to navigate within the classroom and clinical site, to possibly include extended periods of standing, is required with Instructor-led courses and clinical instruction. Emotional, mental, and physical demands typical of an acute care nursing environment
Licensing Requirement Unencumbered North Carolina RN License or Multistate Compact. Valid NC Driver's License
Working Conditions and Environment Typical campus environment. Travel for training and clinical visits as necessary. Health care clinical, simulation labs, or educational environment.
Equipment Operation PC, copier, phones, standard office, and e