Instructor School of Nursing

Job Description Responsibilities

Instructors are primarily responsible for teaching courses in a variety of modalities while promoting and supporting the vision and mission of Rasmussen College. Instructors will teach 4.5-5.5 work units each quarter.

Minimum expectations for all faculty include focus on the following areas:

• Teaching Effectiveness
  • Professionalism
    • Model professional behavior and communication for students
    • Exhibit appropriate behavior, language, demeanor, and dress at all times
    • Collaborate with student support personnel providing academic and professional guidance for students
  • Use of Technology
    • Research and utilize digital content in courses to connect students to more resources
    • Adhere to Faculty expectations established by the College
    • Utilize online grade books and communication techniques to further engage students in their own learning; use online database tools for communicating with campus personnel and documenting necessary information
  • Content Expertise
    • Facilitate highly effective and engaging learning environments in various teaching modalities including residential, online, FLEX and FLAT, meeting the diverse needs of learners
    • Create and maintain course materials in compliance with College and regulatory requirements
    • Assess student learning, provide feedback and support, and refer student for additional support when necessary
• Professional Development and In-Service Training
  • Participate in community service and College In-Service Training Programs and meetings
  • Participate in professional organizations and professional development activities including webinars, seminars and conferences in field of study
  • Develop, review and adhere to academic policies and procedures for the college
  • Actively participate in advisory boards, student organizations and system committees
  • Create, implement and evaluate annual professional development plan

Experience and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a registered Nurse
• Previous teaching experience in a Nursing program preferred
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, and peers.
• Excellent written communication and strong verbal communication skills in the English language.

Education, certifications and Licensures:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing. Rasmussen College follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate.
• Active, unencumbered RN License
• Must be able to provide professional licenses/certifications and official transcripts for each degree earned from an accredited institution before teaching
• Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross
• Clinical faculty must adhere to Rasmussen College’s policy on faculty immunizations and provide proper documentation

At Rasmussen, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed supporting and encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome our employee’s differences regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.