Nursing Instructor - PEDS​/Medical Surgical Tenure Track

OUR COLLEGE COMMUNITY

Solano Community College values the diversity of our community and is committed to honoring and empowering all of our students. We are seeking highly motivated and student-oriented candidates who excel in their chosen field, provide culturally responsive teaching, utilize a strength‑based approach centered on students, and are committed to continuous improvement of instructional effectiveness.

Solano Community College District is a single‑college district that serves as one of the most ethnically and racially diverse counties in California. Located on the ancestral lands of the Patwin people, Solano Community College’s Fairfield campus is in the heart of Suisun Valley, midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. We also serve students at centers in Vallejo and Vacaville, at Travis Air Force Base, and at three correctional facilities.

Our many innovative programs are supported by state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including a new library and learning center, as well as science and simulation labs.

Students who attend Solano Community College are dedicated, persistent, and remarkable individuals who deserve the best opportunities a community college can provide. Our students come from both urban and rural communities, the military, and other diverse economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.

As a discipline within the School of Health Sciences, the Registered Nursing program is a two‑year Associate Degree program fully approved by the California State Board of Registered Nursing and is subject to its regulations regarding the education and training of nurses. Successful completion of the program qualifies a student to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX‑RN) to become licensed as a Registered Nurse.

Solano Community College is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Nursing faculty member with demonstrated expertise in Pediatric Nursing
. The successful candidate will contribute to the excellence of the Nursing Program through high‑quality instruction, professional engagement, and active participation in curriculum and program development.

The Nursing faculty member will teach theory and clinical courses within the areas of Pediatric and Medical‑Surgical Nursing. Clinical assignments may be located in Fairfield, Vacaville, and/or Vallejo, in a variety of healthcare settings. Instructional responsibilities may also include online teaching.

• Teach Nursing courses in both theory and clinical formats, consistent with program needs in Pediatric Nursing and Medical Surgical Nursing.
• Willingness to serve as Content Expert as defined by the BRN regulations for Pediatric Nursing.
• Provide instruction in accordance with established course outlines, program expectations, and Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulations.
• Prepare and deliver course materials, assignments, laboratory experiences, and examinations.
• Evaluate student learning and clinical performance using established rubrics, standards, and professional competencies.

• Participate in curriculum development, revision, and program planning to support continuous improvement and alignment with BRN and ACEN accreditation standards.
• Engage in course‑ and program‑level assessment activities, including Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs).

• Maintain accurate records and submit required documentation, reports, and administrative materials in a timely manner.
• Serve on department, school, and campus committees as assigned.
• Participate in department meetings, faculty development activities, and institutional initiatives.
• Maintain regular office hours in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
• Contribute to a collaborative, student‑centered, and equity‑focused learning environment.

• Supervise student learning in clinical settings and ensure adherence to clinical site policies, BRN regulations, and program outcomes.
• Facilitate and manage on‑campus simulation clinical experiences.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback…