Clinical Teaching Assistant

University of North Texas Health Science Center; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking a Clinical Teaching Assistant in Fort Worth. This role involves assisting nursing program faculty in supervising clinical learning experiences and supporting students under the guidance of qualified faculty.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in nursing and an active RN license in Texas. Responsibilities include supervising students, ensuring compliance with clinical policies, and providing feedback.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas.
• At least one year of full-time direct patient care experience as an RN in the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide students during clinical and simulation experiences.
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure clinical competencies are met.
• Ensure compliance with clinical and simulation facility policies.
• Provide constructive feedback under supervision of nursing faculty.

Skills

Supervision skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mentoring abilities

Knowledge of evidence-based practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)

Job description

Title: Clinical Teaching Assistant

Employee Classification: Professional - HRLY

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-College of Nursing

Department: HSC-Office of the Dean - Nursing-307000

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

Position Overview

The Clinical Teaching Assistant (CTA) will assist the nursing program faculty in supervising and supporting students during clinical learning experiences. CTAs will work under the guidance of a master's or doctorally-prepared nursing faculty member to ensure excellence in student skills performance, evaluation, and overall clinical learning outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) required.
• At least one year of full-time direct patient care experience as a registered nurse within the last five years.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to supervise up to 10-15 students when working alongside a supervising faculty member.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Effective mentoring and teaching abilities in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of evidence-based nursing practices.
• Professional integrity and ability to model ethical behavior.
• Familiarity with nursing program curriculum and clinical objectives is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commitment to fostering student success in a clinical learning environment.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in designated teaching areas.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Texas.

Job Duties

• Supervise and guide students during clinical and simulation learning experiences.
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure clinical competencies are met and student needs are addressed.
• Ensure compliance with clinical and simulation facility policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serve as a liaison between nursing faculty and clinical students.
• Provide constructive feedback under the supervision of nursing faculty.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Hours vary

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.