Associate Degree Nursing, Level Coordinator

DEFINITION:

To coordinate Associate Degree Nursing courses and to provide instruction to nursing students in classroom, lab and clinical environments. Online instruction may be required.

• Receives general supervision from the Program Director, Associate Degree Nursing.
• Exercises functional and technical supervision over lower-level instructional staff.

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead, plan, provide training to, and review the work of faculty responsible for providing classroom/clinical instruction and laboratory demonstration services relating to a specific academic program; prepare annual, written evaluations of assigned instructors.
• Submit class schedules and book orders for sources in assigned program areas.
• Research and develop new courses and areas of study.
• Supervise the use of and operate various instructional equipment and tools; provide instructional demonstrations on mechanical machinery or other equipment as appropriate; develop laboratory assignments to provide hands on experience as appropriate.
• Develop class outlines and establish guidelines for various courses; prepare lesson plans and supplemental teaching materials; schedule classroom and clinical activities.
• Communicate with administration regarding ongoing implementation and evaluation of assigned instructional programs; participate in systematic program evaluation.
• Assist in hiring and training new instructors in classroom, laboratory, or clinical instruction methods, techniques, and in assembling and using equipment.
• Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Provide classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction to students.
• Develop and prepare tests and other tools to evaluate student performance; grade and record individual scores.
• Participate in a variety of student related administrative activities including reviewing admission requirements, progression and qualifications for graduation.

• Act as an advisor and counselor to students; provide individual tutoring to students outside of the classroom as needed; participate in student recruitment efforts.
• Lead and participate in curriculum development, implementation, evaluation and change; ensure that curriculum contributes to the development of skills, knowledge and abilities, which prepare students for, selected vocations; schedule, conduct and attend faculty meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to program needs or accreditation requirements.
• Stay abreast of new developments and changes in various assigned academic fields; participate in staff development programs, workshops, seminars and other continuing education programs as appropriate.
• Assist in the recruitment of students from community high schools; provide support to student services staff regarding recruitment activities.
• Participate on college committees and in other institutional activities and programs.
• Review available instructional materials; maintain laboratory equipment and supply inventory levels; test and make minor repairs on equipment; estimate time, materials, and equipment required for various assignments; requisition materials and supplies as required; submit requests for materials, supplies and equipment to upper-level instructional staff as a part of the annual budget process; may also submit requisitions for facilities needs based on space evaluation.

• Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area and in accordance with CFCC policies and guidelines.

• Ensure the adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.
• Respond to student or public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Fill in for other instructors as needed.
• Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate various textbooks and select books to be used for future classes.
• Participate in advisory committee meetings.
• Demonstrate competence regarding the handling of hazardous substances such as blood borne pathogens; continually undergo training and train students in such.
• Participate in all functions related to implementation of the programs systematic plan for evaluation.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Assure that the course meets program criteria, consistent with philosophy, organizing concepts, outcomes, and acceptable course format.
• Initiate planning, implementing, and evaluating the course with regular input from team members; communicate with team members’ at least weekly regarding progress of course.
• Develop course calendar and schedules teaching/learning activities.
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