Lead Instructor – Practical Nursing (11 Month)

Beaufort County Community College; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Lead Instructor for its Practical Nursing Program. This pivotal role involves coordinating the nursing curriculum, providing instruction across various settings, and ensuring compliance with educational standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Nursing and a passion for teaching, with a commitment to fostering student success. Join a collaborative environment where you can make a significant impact on future nursing professionals. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and innovate within a respected program in a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing required.
• Two years of full-time faculty experience in nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate practical nursing program activities and curriculum.
• Provide instruction in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
• Evaluate practical nursing faculty and oversee course development.

Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Computer Software Proficiency

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Lead Instructor – Practical Nursing (11 Month)

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If on the day of the application deadline, you have requested, but not yet received your transcripts, you may attach a copy of the transcript request form/confirmation in the “unofficial transcript 1” location in order to submit the application before it closes. If we have not received your transcripts prior to the date the selection committee begins reviewing the applications, you may not be considered for this position. If you have applied recently and think your transcripts may still be on file with the BCCC HR Office, you need to call [phone] to confirm. Due to encryption you may not be able to properly download electronic official transcripts received directly from the institution. You may have to print and scan these transcripts in order for them to upload. If you have questions you may contact Human Resources at 252-940-6404.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Lead Instructor – Practical Nursing (11 Month)

Posting Number

Posting Number FY140352FT

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Practical Nursing Program Lead instructor reports directly to the Dean of Allied Health and Nursing, and fulfills a primary role as program coordinator of the practical nursing program. With guidance from the Dean of Allied Health and Nursing, the PN program lead is responsible for ensuring the planning, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of all instructional, clinical, lab and related activities in the practical nursing program.

Location

Location Washington, NC

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time

Type of Position

Type of Position Faculty

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements:
Required: Master’s degree in Nursing ( MSN ) from a regionally accredited institution. Meet the following NCBON Rules regarding Full-Time Nursing Faculty:

Prior to or within the first three years of employment, have education in teaching and learning
principles for adult education, including curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation,
appropriate to faculty assignment. Once completed, this education need not be repeated if the
employing organization is changed. This education may be demonstrated by one of the following:

• (A) completion of 45 contact hours of Board-approved continuing education courses;
• (B) completion of a certificate program in nursing education;
• (E) documentation of completion of structured, individualized development activities of at
  • least 45 contact hours approved by the Board. Criteria for approval shall include content
    • in the faculty role in the curriculum implementation, curricular objectives to be met and
    • evaluated, review of strategies for identified student population, and expectations of
    • student and faculty performance; or
• (F) individuals with prior teaching experience in an academic setting seeking a faculty

position shall be evaluated by the Program Director to assess each individual’s prior
teaching experience commensurate with formal education in teaching and learning
principles for adult education including curriculum development, implementation, and
evaluation, appropriate to faculty assignment.


Work Experience:
Required: Must hold a current unrestricted license or multi-state licensure privilege to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina and have two years of full-time experience as a faculty member in a board approved nursing program.

Skills:
Required: Excellent oral and written communication. Proficiency with commonly used computer software.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience:
Preferred: Knowledge of the NC Concept Based Curriculum, experience planning, implementing, and evaluating classroom, lab, and clinical experiences. Certification in Nursing Education ( CNE ).

Duties include the following:

1. Assuming major responsibility for development, implementation, and evaluation of PN curricula following the N.C. statewide curriculum plan.

2. Work closely other nursing program faculty to provide collaborative learning experiences within the PN and ADN programs.

3. Providing instruction in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings.

4. Providing oversight of PN faculty in developing course outlines and content modules.

5. Fulfilling all responsibilities associated with the lead instructor position.

6. Approving textbook selections and submitting book orders to the Dean of Allied Health and Nursing. .

7. Evaluating practical nursing faculty and submitting findings to the Dean of Allied Health and Nursing.

8. Recommending matters affecting personnel, including appointments, promotions, salary increases, etc. to the Dean of Allied Health and Nursing.

9. Recruiting and scheduling part-time and clinical instructors for the practical nursing programs.

10. Working with practical nursing faculty in selecting and completing appropriate professional development activities, including recommendations for in-service training.

11. Assisting in the planning of budgetary needs of the nursing programs.

12. Participating in program evaluation, development, implementation of departmental policies and the annual departmental planning process.

13. Participating in college wide and program specific accreditation writing and compliance activities.

14. Assisting with ordering equipment and supplies.

15. Assisting with the inventory, maintenance, and procurement of instructional and lab equipment specific to the practical nursing programs.

16. Assisting in preparation of grant proposals.

17. Assisting the Director of Nursing and Allied Health in organizing Curriculum Advisory Committee meetings specific to the program.

18. Providing student instruction and advisement.

19. Promoting the nursing programs within the community.

20. Serving on departmental and campus-wide committees and fulfilling all assignments.

21. Ensuring that the program and curriculum offerings are in full compliance with the requirements of external agencies.

22. Working with nursing faculty, allied health admissions coordinator, and the Dean of Allied Health and Nursing to determine the requirements of admission and progression of students in the nursing programs.

23. Maintaining contractual agreements with practical nursing clinical agencies.

24. Actively participate in statewide ADN /PN Director’s group.

25. Fulfilling other responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of Allied Health and Nursing and the VP of Academics.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Estimated Hours per Week 40 (A minimum of 30 of those to be worked on campus)

Salary $75,000 - $87,000 Based on the College’s salary plan and commensurate with education and relevant work experience. (This range includes a relevant educational level through a Master's degree. A higher, relevant educational level may increase the range.)

Open Date

Open Date 04/23/2025

Close Date

Close Date 06/23/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

If on the day of the application deadline, you have requested, but not yet received your transcripts, you may attach a copy of the transcript request form/confirmation in the “unofficial transcript 1” location in order to submit the application before it closes. If we have not received your transcripts prior to the date the selection committee begins reviewing the applications, you may not be considered for this position. If you have applied recently and think your transcripts may still be on file with the BCCC HR Office, you need to call [phone] to confirm. Due to encryption you may not be able to properly download electronic official transcripts received directly from the institution. You may have to print and scan these transcripts in order for them to upload. If you have questions you may contact Human Resources at 252-940-6404.

About Us

Beaufort County Community College serves a 2,100 square mile service region comprised of four counties (Beaufort, Hyde, Tyrrell, and Washington) in coastal North Carolina. BCCC maintains a 126-acre main campus in Washington, NC, and centers in Engelhard, NC, and Roper, NC. The college enrolls over 2,100 unduplicated headcount students per year in its credit programs and approximately 4,100 unduplicated headcount students in its continuing education programs. The college places a strong emphasis on achievement of student success outcomes within a collegial, collaborative, and welcoming atmosphere.

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  • NC Community College System Website
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  • Daily Reflector (or website)
  • College or University Career Center
  • NC Division of Employment Security
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• * Have you completed a MSN and have at least two years of clinical nursing experience?
  • Yes
  • No