Nursing Instructor General Summary

Position: Nursing Instructor GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Location: Estherville

This is a full-time position which may include days/evenings/weekend hours on the Emmetsburg Campus. Primary responsibilities are to deliver classroom instruction, provide clinical supervision for nursing students, and have current Medical/Surgical experience.

Position:
Nursing Instructor

Classification:
Faculty

Department:
Nursing

Report to:
Dean of Health Education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (% OF TIME):

Constant (67-100%)

* Effectively organize and teach assigned course work in classrooms and clinical settings in accordance with established or developed syllabi. Assignments may include various delivery formats, methods, work schedules and locations. This may include evening and/or weekend class/clinical assignments.

* Instruct, supervise and evaluate students in the clinical area as assigned.

* Assist with setting up, coordinating and instructing/testing in classroom labs.

* Evaluate, report and record student performance and progress according to College and nursing program guidelines.

* Maintain current course syllabi and provide student guide for all courses taught.

* Monitor student files for properly completed physical exam forms, immunizations, completion of CPR training, and all other necessary documentation and prerequisites.

* Maintain established office hours.

* Promote and support communications within the Nursing Program, College and community.

Frequent (34-66%)

* Serve as academic advisor to students in all areas of the nursing program and make referrals when necessary to other College personnel, such as the Executive Dean, Counselor, Financial Aid, etc. for more specialized information and assistance.

* Coordinate and supervise observational and preceptor experiences.

* Facilitate the entry of new nursing students and assist with student recruitment and orientation.

* Communicate student progress to Director of Nursing Education.

* Participate in Success Planning and due process committee.

* Record and report student attendance and grades according to College policy.

Occasional (10-33%)

* Regularly engage in professional development activities and keep current with developing trends and ideas in profession.

* Assist in the process of requesting and maintaining instructional equipment and supplies for classroom/laboratory use.

* Attend and serve on assigned and voluntary program and College committees.

* Encourage and foster student participation in professional organizations.

* Assist in the development of new courses and revisions of existing courses within the nursing program.

* May be required to serve as advisor for the student club.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

* Represent the College in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, staff and the community.

* Ability to organize and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying backgrounds and abilities and adjust teaching techniques accordingly.

* Present oneself in a classroom setting in a manner that is acceptable and consistent with program and College guidelines, policies, and practices.

* Assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.

* Establish and maintain good working relationships with students, colleagues, staff, administrators, and other contacts.

* Read, understand and express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form.

* Possess strong human relations skills and ability to effectively relate to diverse personalities.

* Be a creative, energetic, and self-motivated individual with demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.

* Possess a working knowledge of personal computers and educational media equipment.

SPECIAL DEMANDS:

Position involves sitting or standing most of the time in a classroom/laboratory setting. Constant (67-100%) reaching, standing, walking, lifting, manual dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive, motion and viewing various types of close visual work. Frequent (34-66%) stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, carrying and perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, texture by touching with skin, particularly in fingertips. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally (10-33%).

Required to travel between facilities utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver's license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

* May potentially be subject to bio-hazardous waste, hazardous chemicals, fumes and odors.

* Persons must satisfy OSHA requirements for Bloodborne Pathogens training or complete the College's programs.

* Comply with Iowa Administration Code Rules (59.12 (3)) regarding health exam and tuberculin test.

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