Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Instructor

Central Georgia Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Georgia Technical College seeks an experienced Nursing - LPN Instructor to teach in classroom and clinical lab settings, and to prepare syllabi and lesson plans that develop students' practical nursing skills. The instructor must evaluate progress and maintain records according to program standards.

The position requires an ADN, an active Georgia RN license, at least three years of RN practice in the last seven years, and a current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Earned Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited RN program.
• Documented active Georgia license in good standing as a registered professional nurse.
• Documented minimum of three (3) years of practice as a licensed registered nurse within the preceding seven (7) years.
• BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Teach in classroom and clinical lab settings.
• Prepare syllabi and lesson plans; develop program goals and objectives.
• Evaluate students’ progress and maintain grade books and records.
• Maintain program requirements and participate in professional development.
• Assist Program Director with budgeting for equipment and supplies; coordinate with college personnel.
• Travel to college sites and clinical locations as needed.

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

Active Georgia RN license

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Title

Nursing - Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Instructor

Agency

Central Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000006136

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

ANNUAL GROSS SALARY IN THE MID TO UPPER $60S TO MID $70S

Compensation Details: ANNUAL GROSS SALARY IN THE MID TO UPPER $60S TO MID $70S

Job Description

Position Summary: Under general supervision, provides instruction to students in the classroom and clinical lab settings, prepares syllabi and lesson plans. Develops program goals and objectives. Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives. The instructor must possess the ability to teach all phases of the curriculum. Demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques; use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of grade books and any other record-keeping required; effective use of oral and written communication skills; and knowledge of current procedures in the Nursing field. Follows approved course syllabus. Maintains program requirements, attend/complete all professional development training; meet with students and college personnel to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues. Completes all reports, records, and invoices in a timely manner and maintains accurate inventory of all assigned properties. Provides assistance to Program Director in planning, developing and monitoring budget for equipment and supplies, and assisting with preparation of pertinent documents related to program function and accreditation. Maintains qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and accreditation standards. Follows rules and regulations as described by the TCSG Policy Manual and other policies and procedures established by the institution. Position may involve teaching traditional day and/or evening classes or online classes and will require travel within the college’s service area and additional travel as needed.

Projected Work Hours/Location

This position generally works normal business day hours of 7:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday. Additional hours or a flexible schedule to include evenings may be required as needed. Position will be primarily assigned to the Warner Robins Campus and may be reassigned to another campus as needed to support instructional requirements. Travel may be required to any of the locations within the College’s service area, to include dual enrollment and clinical sites. This position will work all 12 calendar months per year and at 40 hours per week.

Teaching Assignments

Teaching assignments may include teaching, and required travel, to one or more campus/site locations, to include dual enrollment programs and assigned locations, or any combination thereof, and may include a combination of face-to-face and distance instructional delivery methods. Faculty may be assigned to any campus/site based on the business needs of the college.

Salary / Benefits

Salary / Benefits: The selected candidate can expect to receive a contingent offer with an annual gross salary in the mid to upper $60s to mid $70s. Actual salary to be determined by the candidate’s highest qualifying degree based on meeting published minimum and preferred qualifications. Position is eligible for state benefits to include retirement, insurance, leave accrual and holiday pay. CGTC is a member of Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) and Employees Retirement System of Georgia (ERS).

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited RN program from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education
• Documented active Georgia license in good standing as a registered professional nurse
• Documented minimum of three (3) years of practice as a licensed registered nurse within the preceding seven (7) years.
• Documented BLS Certification

Required Documentation

• Current Resume
• Completed CGTC Job Application
• ALL transcripts from any academic institution in which post-secondary credit was earned and also which show all conferred educational degrees. Unofficial copies are acceptable as part of the employment packet; diploma copies are not accepted in lieu of a transcript.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, provide transcripts of conferred degrees and demonstrate in the employment history possession of one or more of the following:
• Earned Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited RN program from an academic institution that is accredited by an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education
• Documented teaching experience at the postsecondary level

Pre-Employment Screenings

All applicants are subject to the following applicable pre-employment screenings: Criminal History Records, Motor Vehicle Records, Employment References, Pre-Employment Drug Test, Fingerprint Records, Credit History Records, Psychological Screening, Medical Examination.

Equal Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG).

The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Central Georgia Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator

The Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator for CGTC nondiscrimination policies is Cathy Johnson, Executive Director for Athletics and Compliance, Room A136, 80 Cohen Walker Drive, Warner Robins, Ga, 31088; Phone [phone]; Fax [phone]; Email: [e-mail].

Georgia Open Records Act

All application materials are subject to the Georgia Open Records Act O. C. G. A. §50-18-70.

Minimum Qualifications (repeated)

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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