Faculty, Associate Degree Nursing

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College seeks a nursing faculty member to teach Associate Degree Nursing across varied times and locations. Candidates must have a nursing-focused graduate degree and an active Texas RN license, with experience in instructional delivery and student assessment.

The position emphasizes professional development, collaboration with colleagues, and engagement with the college community to support student success and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in nursing, or a Master's in another field with a nursing bachelor's degree and coursework.
• 3 years nonteaching work experience in nursing.
• Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Teaches nursing courses at varied times/locations to meet institutional needs.
• Implements innovative teaching methods and delivery techniques.
• Develops and uses syllabus for each course or lab.
• Plans and uses diverse teaching methods/materials for diverse learners.
• Evaluates student progress and provides timely feedback.
• Submits required college reports and forms and maintains records.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
• Provides access to students through office hours and electronic communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Student-focused

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture, then, requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are compassionate with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizenry.

Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Health Professions Building

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

The Health Professions Building is home to many of the college's health care training programs, including nursing and medical assisting. The facility's state-of-the-art technology and location near Houston Northwest Medical Center create an unmatched experienced for students. Its amenities, combined with our top-notch faculty, prepare students for a successful career in health care.

Location address is 17200 Red Oak Dr. Houston, TX 77090.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. The faculty member's role encompasses the general areas of learning facilitation, professional development, and institutional service. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Essential Job Functions

• Teaches courses in Associate Degree Nursing at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs
• Makes continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods
• Develops and uses a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college and departmental guidelines
• Plans, develops and uses a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles
• Evaluates students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of their progress in the course
• Submits required college reports and forms
• Reviews, evaluates, and recommend student learning materials
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community
• Provides access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication and other appropriate methods
• Responsible for professional development and institutional service as determined in consultation with the Dean
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Physical Abilities

• The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters and record boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity.

Work Schedule And Conditions

• nursing faculty members may be assigned to lecture, skills lab, and/or clinical unless the appropriate Director of Nursing or college Dean has approved release for an overload project or Memorandum of Alternative Assignment (MOAA)
• faculty must maintain current health requirements and immunity status as required by clinical agencies
• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with exposure to safety hazards typical within the industry
• Hours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in nursing OR Master's degree or higher in any field, with a bachelor's degree in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program in nursing and at least six (6) graduate semester hours in nursing appropriate to assigned teaching responsibilities.
• 3 years nonteaching work experience in the field.
• Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas. (22 Tex. Admin. Code 215.7 (2005)).

Salary

Commensurate With Education, Experience And Qualifications

Your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary. Your Resume Should Provide a Complete Picture Of Your Work Experience. The Resume Should Include The Following Information For Each Position Listed

• Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
• If the position was full time or part time
• If the position was paid or unpaid
• Level of degree completed including date earned.
• Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, sabbatical opportunities and more.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.