Nursing Instructor

Responsible for teaching didactic and clinical courses for the certificate Practical Nursing program and/or the Associate in applied Science Associate Degree in Nursing program.

Essential Job Functions:

* In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the Division Chair or appropriate Administrators for review.

* Teach classes assigned by the Division Chair and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the college.

* In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendation and submit to the Division Chair for review.

* Prepare requests for the purchase of new library books and materials as needed and submit these requests to the Division Chair for review.

* Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the institution.

* Attend division meetings called by the Division Chair and faculty meetings called by the Director or other administrative officers.

* Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.

* Cooperate in the promotion of extracurricular activities by accepting reasonable assignments and encouraging student participation.

* Serve on committees for the betterment of the College and Nursing programs as may be established by the administration and faculty.

* Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems, when necessary, seek additional help from other college services.

* Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the college and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the college.

* Conduct oneself in a professional manner.

* Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.

* Advise students assigned by student services.

* Focus upon student recruitment retention and success.

* Show an understanding of the community college philosophy including its unique ties to the workforce and its district.

* Work as a member of a team.

* Participate in development activities and maintain current perspectives in class presentations.

* Develop assess and maintain data for course and program assessment.

* Perform ongoing assessment to meet College and Program standards.

* Prepare in National Accreditation activities.

* Participate in National Accreditation activities.

* Other related duties as assigned.

Education Requirements:

* Master's degree in Nursing Education or a related advanced practice nursing program preferred, Minimum of bachelor's degree with written plan to complete MSN within 2-year period of employment. Current Illinois license to practice professional nursing. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience and two years' experience in clinical nursing practice.

Experience Requirements:

* Two years' experience in clinical nursing practice.

Knowledge:

* Curriculum development, assessment, community college philosophy and population.

Skills:

* Must be clinically competent in-patient centered care for nursing.

Personal Requirements:

* Versatility, positive attitude, enthusiasm.