INSTRUCTOR, LPN/RN BRIDGE HRSA (11 Month) (HRSA Grant Funded)

State of Georgia; United States; On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Crescent Technical College is seeking an experienced instructor to lead the LPN/Paramedic to RN Bridge (ASN) program under a HRSA grant. This 11-month, full-time position at the Butts County and Jasper County centers involves teaching in classrooms and clinical settings, with a 40-hour work week and an additional designated one-month off period.

The candidate should hold a Master’s in Nursing or be progressing toward a graduate degree, possess RN licensure in Georgia or eligible, and

Qualifications

• Must have a nursing credential with advanced degree progress or completed Master's in Nursing.
• Credentialed to satisfy instructional and administrative standards by accrediting bodies.
• Must hold current Georgia RN license or eligibility for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Teach and fulfill classroom and clinical instruction requirements.
• Prepare lesson plans aligned with program goals and standards.
• Evaluate student progress and document outcomes.
• Manage supplies and budget requests for the program.
• Maintain program accreditation and state licensing documentation.
• Ensure safety compliance in training areas.
• Engage with students, staff and external stakeholders for program success.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Pedagogical knowledge

Flexibility

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

BSN with progress toward graduate degree

Tools

Blackboard LMS

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems

Job description

Job Title

INSTRUCTOR, LPN/RN BRIDGE HRSA (11 Month) (HRSA Grant Funded)

Agency

Southern Crescent Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000006965

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$85,000/YEAR

Job Description

LPN/Paramedic to RN Bridge (ASN Instructor) (11 MONTH) (HRSA Grant Funded) FULL TIME Butts County Center and Jasper County Center

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university is required or a candidate with only a baccalaureate degree in nursing must be able to provide documentation of progress toward an earned graduate degree in nursing, have experience in the area of responsibility, and be directed by a faculty member with at least one (1) earned graduate degree in nursing.
• Must be credentialed to satisfy all administrative and instructional functions mandated by appropriate accrediting bodies.
• Must possess a current unencumbered Georgia Registered Nurse License or eligibility for licensure.
• A minimum of three (3) years of professional nursing experience within the last seven (7) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university is required.
• Must be credentialed to satisfy all administrative and instructional functions mandated by appropriate accrediting bodies.
• Must possess and maintain appropriate professional credentials for or related to RN instruction.
• Must possess and maintain a current Georgia Registered Nurse License.
• A minimum of three (3) years of full time in-field work/teaching professional nursing experience in education, business, industry and/or military environments within the last seven (7) years is preferred.
• Active participation in appropriate professional/occupational organizations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for fulfilling both teaching and non-teaching activities.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and provide instruction in the classroom and clinical settings as requested.
• Under general supervision, the individual will prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses to achieve program goals and objectives that adhere to state and institutional standards as well as accrediting agency requirements.
• Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives prescribed in curriculum.
• Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepared required budget request.
• Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate.
• Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports related to accreditation and state licensing management.
• Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area.
• Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss students' instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of the students; Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts.

Competencies

• Excellent human relations skills
• Skill and experience in the operation of computers and job related software programs
• Knowledge of Blackboard Learning Management System
• Knowledge of and experience using Electronic Medical Record systems
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory
• Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education
• Knowledge of academic course standards
• Knowledge of the college's academic programs
• Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff
• Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content
• Skill to make timely decisions
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public

Salary

This position is paid out of the HRSA grant. The pre-determined salary for the 11-month contract is $85,000. The applicant will be provided with a designated one-month period off. Should the applicant elect to work during this designated period, they will be eligible to receive an additional salary supplement for the time worked during that month. Benefits include paid state holidays, paid annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

Special Notes

Please note: This position is fully funded through a grant, and continuation beyond the grant period is not guaranteed. In this role, you will be responsible for teaching, recruiting for the program, and ensuring compliance with all grant requirements. This position is based on a 40-hour work week, with Fridays included as part of the regular work week.

Physical Requirements

• Classroom setting: This position requires intermittent standing, sitting, walking, bending, pushing and pulling for 4-6 continuous hours at a time.
• Clinical setting: This position requires standing and walking for 10-12 hours per clinical rotation.
• The position may require lifting up to 75 lbs. Bending and pushing (bend, twist, push, pull) for 3 to 4 hours.

Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background investigation, pre-employment drug screening, and a motor vehicle screening.

Candidates must successfully complete a criminal background investigation, pre-employment drug screening, and motor vehicle screening.

Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment. All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment.

Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning [phone]. Only those applicants who are interviewed will be notified of the status of the position.

The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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