Assistant Professor of Nursing; Vocational Nursing Program

Assistant Professor of Nursing (Vocational Nursing Program) - 12 Months

Position Title
- Assistant Professor of Nursing (Vocational Nursing Program) - 12 months

FLSA
- Exempt

Contract Length - 12 months

Class Summary
- Responsible for providing instruction within the appropriate department/program. Programs include potential assignments in the Associate Degree in Nursing program, Vocational Nursing program, and any additional programs in the COM Nursing Department. Develop and revise curriculum and course work. Provide scheduled office hours for student consultation. Serves on College committees as needed and assigned. Participate in student orientation, instructional, and advisement activities as needed and assigned.

Benefits at College of the Mainland

Paid Leave

Holiday Leave (observed College holidays that include winter break and spring break)

Sick Leave – 8 hours accrued per month for full-time employees

Personal Business Leave – up to 24 hours per fiscal year

Additional Leave Programs

Sick Leave Bank – optional employee participation program for extended illness protection

Education Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement at College of the Mainland for employees and eligible dependents

Retirement Benefits

Participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) (based on eligibility)

Voluntary retirement savings options:

403(b) Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Available through approved vendors

Comprehensive health insurance plans with employer contribution

Free access to campus fitness facilities and equipment

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling and support services

Professional Development

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Leadership development programs (e.g., COM Leadership Academy)

Conference and certification support

Campus & Community Perks

Supportive, mission-driven work environment focused on student success

Opportunities for community engagement and partnerships

Safe and collaborative campus culture

Position Type
- Faculty

Employment Status
- Full Time

Position Funding
- Regular

Minimum Education /Training/Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Must have a current Texas RN license or eligible for Texas licensure. Consistent active work experience within the past three (3) years in the nursing field required.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience
- Master of Science in Nursing. One (1) year of teaching experience in a community college setting. If the selected candidate possesses a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, they will be expected to teach in any nursing program within the department.

Minimum Knowledge & Skills

Principles and practices of teaching

Training techniques

Detailed knowledge of material being taught in the specific course and program area

Knowledge of student engagement techniques

Maintains accurate documentation and records

Strong communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with students, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

Ensure timely, clear, and professional communication across multiple stakeholders, including students, faculty, college departments, clinical partners, and accrediting agencies

Ability to teach any classes assigned

Current, evidence-based knowledge in nursing practice

Ability to integrate real-world experience into teaching

Adapts teaching methods for diverse learners (including nontraditional students)

Dependable, punctual, and accountable

Empathy toward students, colleagues, and patients

Ability to provide constructive feedback with kindness

Open and approachable for students

Organized with strong attention to detail

Demonstrates clear, concise, and professional communication skills (written and verbal)

Effectively prioritizes tasks and manages multiple deadlines

Proactively communicates progress, challenges, and solutions

Highly motivated contributing team member

Job Duties

Comply with COM and Nursing Department Policies and Procedures to ensure a positive learning environment for student instruction and to support the activities of the college and to attend meetings and training as required.

Prepare teaching / learning activities to promote clinical judgement.

Develop and revise curriculum and course work.

Prepare online learning platform for courses

Meet clinical assignments.

Prepare clinical schedules and arrangements for assigned agency in a timely manner.

Supervision of students caring for 1-3 patients.

Coordinate safe nursing care of patients by student.

Maintain Texas RN Licensure and credentials.

Maintain current immunizations and CPR as required by clinical agencies.

Maintain a minimum of 7.5 scheduled office hours per week to be available for students.

Participate in committees and meetings and be in attendance 90% of the time.

Models ethical, compassionate care.

Upholds academic and clinical standards.

Serves as a role model and mentor for students and new faculty.

Advocates for student success and…