Full-Time RN Med Surg Clinical Instructor

Success Education Colleges; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

Success Education Colleges seeks a part-time Nursing Instructor in Bakersfield, CA, to provide direct patient care and mentor nursing students. Candidates must have a valid California RN license and a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing.

The role involves collaborating in multidisciplinary teams and designing educational programs. The pay ranges from $50 to $55 per hour based on degree levels. Join us in enhancing nursing education and delivering quality healthcare!

Qualifications

• Two years of nursing work experience; specialty experience preferred.
• BLS required; ACLS & PALS as required by unit of support.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to adjust schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable, evidence-based nursing care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams using the nursing process.
• Design and evaluate innovative educational programs.

Skills

Leadership

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Computer Proficiency

Fluent English

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing

Current California Registered Nurse license

Job description

Job Details

Location: MFSON BA – Bakersfield, CA 93304.

Position Type: Part‑Time.

Salary: $50.00 – $55.00 per hour.

Schedule: Rotations available on each day of the week – 12 hours of clinical work plus 3 hours of prep time.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care
  • Provide reliable, evidence‑based nursing care.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary team using the nursing process.
  • Identify, prioritize, and assess nursing care needs for patients and families.
  • Initiate and plan care conferences or programs for individuals or populations.
  • Design and evaluate innovative educational programs for patients, families, and groups.
  • Collect, analyze, and document data to evaluate nursing interventions.
• Nursing Practices
  • Resolve issues related to patient care, communication, policies, and resources.
  • Create and revise nursing protocols using evidence‑based information.
  • Lead clinical practice and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with nurses to develop shared decision‑making environments.
  • Mentor nurses in integrating evidence into practice and developing critical thinking.
  • Lead nursing research and educational activities.
• Evaluation of Clinicals Practice
  • Conduct random audits of student performance and staff activities to assess education impact.
• Interpersonal Skills
  • Offer direction and assistance courteously.
  • Respond to complaints with attentive listening and concern.
  • Convey caring through verbal and non‑verbal communication.
  • Document and report educational outcomes to managers and the Education Department.
• Coaching
  • Observe student performance to assess skill alignment with patient care standards.
  • Assist students in identifying learning needs via individual or group consultation.
  • Facilitate development of effective clinical communication and knowledge dissemination.
• Collaboration
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to deliver education programs.
  • Assess the effectiveness of inter‑agency communication and collaboration.
  • Establish relationships that promote patient safety and clinical excellence.
• Consultation
  • Perform and document needs assessments with outcome criteria.
  • Meet regularly with specialty managers to discuss departmental needs.
  • Review data for learning opportunities and create innovative care protocols.
• Research
  • Analyze research findings for potential clinical impact.
  • Guide staff on principles of evidence‑based practice and quality improvement.
  • Promote nursing publication and research participation.
• Organization/Systems Leadership
  • Consult with units to improve patient care.
  • Develop pilots, evaluate initiatives, and align programs with strategic plans.
  • Participate in equipment and product selection processes.
  • Advance practice through professional organization involvement.
• Professional Conduct
  • Maintain professional licensure, certification, and compliance with attendance policies.
  • Observe dress code, grooming standards, and ID badge usage.
• Safety in the Environment of Care
  • Participate in safety drills and mock codes.
  • Implement infection control and safety policies.
• Management of Information
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
  • Use system access codes securely and share minimum necessary information.
  • Utilize data for decision‑making and effective computer system use.
• Risk Management
  • Identify and communicate risk management occurrences to supervisors.
  • Assist in investigating and resolving adverse events.

Qualifications

• Current California Registered Nurse license.
• BLS required; ACLS & PALS as required by unit of support.
• Certification in a clinical specialty preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing with advanced education in a specific area.
• Two years of nursing work experience; two years in a specialty preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to adjust schedule for patient and staff needs.
• Clinical specialty knowledge with ability to demonstrate expertise within 6months to 1year.
• Advanced practice skills to develop, teach, guide, and implement practice standards and policies.
• Problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Fluent English (speaking, reading, writing).
• Strong customer service skills and teamwork.
• Computer proficiency.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Compensation: $50.00 per hour for a Bachelor's degree; $55.00 per hour for a Master’s degree.

Lab Instruction

The instructor will oversee and facilitate laboratory sessions for students, ensuring safety protocols are followed and providing hands‑on instruction to foster learning and inquiry.

Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SEC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective and current employees to discuss accommodations with the employer.