JOB
Position Summary: The Instructor of Nursing is responsible for the instruction of nursing students in the didactic, skills lab, and clinical areas.
Providing a quality education for program students and performing instructional-related duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies and procedures of the college and the nursing program; serving as a teacher, mentor and facilitator of learning.
Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.
This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
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Salary is dependent upon qualifications.
Minimum rate is Masters’ degree prepared five years experience.
Maximum rate in Doctorate degree prepared and ten or more years of full-time, professional relevant experience.
Additionally, this position includes a $20,000 nursing impact stipend in the above wages.
This position is open until filled, with applications reviewed upon receipt.
The the job posting may close at any time.
**This is a District-Wide position located on either Douglas or Sierra Vista Campus.
Marketing StatementCochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges.
The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees.
The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).
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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position: Teaches assigned nursing courses and maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner Develops new courses, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools; reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, and course procedure sheets for Nursing courses; assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programsApplies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful Nursing program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program qualityParticipates in Nursing course scheduling, department, division and college meetings; participates in on-going maintenance for the Systematic Evaluation Plan (SEP) for ACEN accreditation serves on college committees as assignedIncorporates the Core Competencies of Academic Nurse Educators as defined by the National League of Nursing (NLN)Participates in nursing student advisement assignmentsContributes to new faculty development and new faculty mentorship when assignedPerforms other related duties as assignedGeneral Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed.
Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public.
Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision.
Incumbent generally performs work in a typical classroom, clinical, or laboratory settings with appropriate climate controls and includes exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
Online instruction, travel, evening and weekend work may be required.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds requires a good deal of walking or standing Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important Reports to: Director of Nursing