BSN Instructor - Mental Health - Full time Faculty

Unitek Education; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Two weeks' vacation per year

401(K) with company match

Tuition assistance and forgiveness

Job summary

Unitek Education in Fremont, California is seeking a full-time BSN Instructor focused on Mental Health. Responsibilities include collaboration on course assessments, planning student clinical experiences, and ensuring compliance with health and safety. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in Nursing and a valid nursing license. Benefits include medical coverage, paid holidays, and 401(K) matching. Faculty Development training will support new instructors.

Qualifications

• Master of Nursing or higher degree from an accredited institution.
• Must hold a valid nursing license.
• At least 4 years of experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with instructors on examinations and grading.
• Plan and supervise student clinical experiences.
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in strategic planning.

Skills

Clinical experience

Patient care

Teaching principles for adult learners

Feedback and evaluation skills

Education

Master of Nursing or higher degree

License issued by the State Board of Registered Nursing

Job description

BSN Instructor – Mental Health – Full Time Faculty

• Full-time
• Type of Position: Campus
• Compensation: USD 115,000 - USD 120,000 per year

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with other instructors in preparing, administering, and grading examinations for the course; participate in final evaluations for the course.
• Ensure class attendance records and grades are kept and submitted accurately.
• Assist in strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives to ensure quality of program.
• Plan and implement orientation for new faculty in theory and clinical facilities.
• Utilize teaching principles that recognize adult learner characteristics.
• Continuously improve quality of instruction.
• Demonstrate or be willing to acquire skills for using online activities to enhance course content during interactive teaching and learning.
• Maintain student records of attendance, skills check‑off forms, and assist with program data collection.
• Submit required program reports and forms to the Director of the program in a timely manner.
• Keep current with new technologies and safety regulations.
• Participate in committee activities that support the mission and function of the nursing program.
• Attend faculty meetings.
• Plan and supervise student clinical experience in assigned health care facilities.
• Evaluate student performance in relation to clinical learning outcomes per Unitek College policies and procedures.
• Provide feedback on clinical performance immediately after observation.
• Assist in maintaining student records of clinical attendance and skills check‑off forms.
• Ensure clinical assignments meet student and facility needs.
• Determine best methods to observe, instruct, and evaluate students.
• Verify that clinical facilities meet all health and safety requirements for Unitek College students.
• Provide access to students for ongoing communication through scheduling of office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods.
• Participate in student advising activities.

Qualifications:

• No previous teaching experience required; Faculty Development training will be provided.
• Hold a valid, active license issued by the State Board of Registered Nursing.
• Master of Nursing or higher degree from an accredited institution in nursing or education, including coursework in nursing administration, OB, Pediatrics, or Psychiatry.
• At least four years’ experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care.
• At least one year of clinical experience within the last five years.
• Expertise in one of the following areas: Psychiatric, Geriatrics, Med/Surg, Pediatrics, OB‑GYN, Mental Health.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Two weeks' vacation per year, increasing with tenure.
• Ten paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• 401(K) with company match.
• Company‑paid life insurance at 1× annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program.