Instructor, Nursing - Lamar State College Orange

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Nursing faculty reports directly to the Program Director. Provides quality, innovative and evidence-based instruction. The primary duties of this position are classroom instruction, lab instruction, and clinical supervision in both face to face and online courses. Continues professional development. Performs other related duties as required.

• Teach for either the RN or VN program, as determined by the Nursing Program Director.
• Maintain academic standards as established by the Nursing Program and the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the VN and/or RN Program curriculum.
• Participate in the development, implementation and enforcement of standards/policies for admission, progression, probation, and dismissal of students.
• Participate in student mentoring, academic advising and registration.
• Participate as a member of teaching team in preparation and presentation of learning experience with integrated nursing curriculum in the classroom, clinical skills lab and simulation lab.
• Provide direct supervision of students practicing in clinical area including patient selection, observation of students in delivery of patient care, evaluates performance of students’ nursing skills and conducts daily post conference.
• Communicate objectives for student performance to the clinical facility administration and nursing staff.
• Continue self-development through continuing education offerings, workshops, professional meetings, graduate study, etc.
• Incorporate new knowledge and techniques into teaching.
• Committee assignments and other service, as required including activities which support the function of the nursing program as a whole.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
Associates degree in nursing from an accredited college or university required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Master’s degree, preferably in nursing, Doctorate degree, or in progress, from an accredited college or university is preferred. Current license to practice as a vocational or registered nurse in the State of Texas required.

EXPERIENCE
Requires a minimum of three to five year's employed in nursing/nursing education in the last three years; must include experience in the clinical setting. Community college, lower division, or two-year college teaching experience strongly preferred. Experience in Blackboard Learning Management System preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Extensive knowledge and experience in nursing. Possess a proven track record evidence-based knowledge, clinical expertise and safety in nursing areas. Knowledge of curriculum development. Knowledge and understanding of the current trends and issues in nursing and nursing education. Demonstrated…