Instructor - Nursing

Georgia Department of Revenue; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett Technical College in Georgia is seeking an Instructor - Nursing to guide credited Nursing courses, including medical-surgical and critical care nursing.

Under general supervision, you will develop curricula, create syllabi, assess student progress, manage supplies and budgets, and participate in professional development to ensure high-quality clinical education.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in discipline or pursuing Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours completed.
• Current Georgia RN licensure.
• Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans for classroom and clinical instruction for credited Nursing courses.
• Develop program and course outlines, goals and objectives.
• Evaluate students’ progress and maintain records of performance.
• Prepare and maintain documentation and administrative reports.
• Attend staff development training and ensure safety in training areas.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Teaching capability

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate or Master’s degree in discipline

Pursuing Master’s with 18 graduate hours

Georgia RN licensure

Job description

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Job Title: Instructor - Nursing

Job Requisition ID: JR0000001204

Number of Openings: 1

Shift: Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $74,880/YR

Employment Terms: This job is a full time (12-Month), benefited, FLSA exempt position in the Nursing and Life Sciences Division that reports to the Dean of Nursing and Life Sciences.

Salary: $74,880.00 per year.

Schedule: 40-hours per week, on campus, at the Alpharetta North Fulton campus; Monday through Friday; May occasionally work at the Lawrenceville Campus

Minimum Qualifications (Job Code 10708)

Doctorate or Master's degree in discipline OR pursuing Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in discipline completed. Current RN licensure in Georgia. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all regulatory agencies and appropriate accrediting bodies for the courses assigned.

Please include current resume, transcripts and RN License with application

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the minimum qualifications, two years' experience teaching college-level nursing courses or two years' experience as a medical-surgical registered nurse is preferred. Experience in critical care nursing and simulation a plus. Experience in course and curriculum development, demonstrated flexibility with diverse student population and learning styles; demonstrated experience with a variety of teaching strategies including the use of advanced instructional technologies. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and the community. Ability to teach in the classroom and in multiple clinical settings, medical-surgical required, BLS/ACLS certification a plus. Proficient in written and oral communication. Demonstrated occupational competency. Must be computer literate with the ability to use common software programs. Some experience with online instruction a plus.

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited Nursing courses, Med-surg required and/or critical care/Advanced medical-surgical nursing preferred , at a Gwinnett Technical College. Some experience in mental health is a plus. Develops program and syllabi, goals and objectives. Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares budget requests. Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. Attends staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences. 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. Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts.

Duties/Responsibilities (Percentage of Time)

Prepares lesson plans for classroom and clinical instruction for credited Nursing courses. (Performed by all incumbents)(30%)

• Delivers effective individualized programs of instruction to class members.
• Ensures adherence to technical college and safety requirements in classrooms and labs by following established procedures.
• Correctly assesses the educational needs and class progress of students.
• Selects and obtains appropriate educational materials for courses.
• Prepares reports on the current status of students in the program indicating whether performance is aligned with performance indicators, program goals and progress schedule.
• Serves as mentor for adjunct faculty within program area.
• Ensures consistency in syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and other appropriate materials.

Develops program and course outlines, goals and objectives. (Performed by some incumbents)(10%)

• Prepares appropriate curricula, including non-traditional content and methods to achieve objectives and goals of students.
• Follows designated and approved lesson plan(s) using appropriate techniques and aids.
• Participates in standing or ad hoc committee meetings relating to curriculum development, extracurricular activities and other technical college sponsored activities or programs as required.
• Prepares program reports for submission to supervisor within specified time frames of request.

Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)

• Establishes criteria and tests the students in order to measure each student's progress.
• Communicates students' progress to student and appropriate personnel and according to established guidelines.
• Accurately records pertinent information in students' records as required.

Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)

• Submits correct supply and equipment budget requests as necessary in accordance to established guidelines.
• Performs and maintains classroom inventory according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintains an organized and proper supply of classroom instructional materials.
• Promptly notifies supervisor of defective equipment.

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all incumbents.) (10%)

• Attends required number of hours of required training.
• Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc. as requested.
• Ensures certification meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and guidelines.
• Thoroughly conducts a self-study of the program's compliance with technical college, program and accreditation standards.
• Exhibits and models positive work ethics.

Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. (Performed by all incumbents)(5%)

• Prepares and submits students' progress and participation reports in accordance with the prescribed guidelines. Conducts follow-up surveys.
• Ensures documentation meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and state guidelines.
• Analyzes collected data for program improvement.
• Compiles and submits reports in a timely manner to supervisor.

Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by attending staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences and by reading professional literature in the related vocational field. (Performed by all incumbents) (5%)

• Attends internal and external educational programs and professional meetings that meet the requirements for continuing education in the assigned specialty area.
• Reads professional literature and translates complex or technical information into a meaningful format that may be understood by others.