Pediatric Practical Nursing Clinical Instructor (Part time/Adjunct) - Woodhaven, MI

Lindenwood; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs

Comprehensive benefits plan

Eleven paid holidays

Job summary

Lindenwood is seeking a Pediatric Clinical Instructor to guide students in their nursing journey. The instructor will provide quality training, assess student progress, and collaborate with clinical teams to ensure effective learning experiences.

This role requires a current Michigan RN license and experience in pediatrics. The instructor will also manage educational activities and improve teaching techniques as needed.

Comprehensive benefits and employee tuition discounts are included.

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered Michigan licensure as a registered nurse (RN).
• Experience in pediatrics is required.
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree actively pursuing a BSN or an equivalent degree.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver quality instruction based on approved course outlines.
• Assess student learning and demonstrate effectiveness in retention and success.
• Supervise students performing technical and patient care skills.

Skills

Verbal communication

Time-management

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing science (BSN)

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Pediatric Clinical Instructor – Practical Nurse / Registered Nurse

Department: Education, Supervisory: No Reports To, Director of Clinical Operations

Summary

The Pediatric clinical instructor serves as the expert in the clinical setting and is entrusted with imparting the knowledge and skills each student needs to be successful by providing quality delivery of assigned courses while ensuring that all students become competent in the course objectives. Instructors evaluate and resolve student questions, issues and problems, and ensure appropriate action is taken to the satisfaction of the student, Dorsey College, and/or regulatory agencies in compliance with policy, procedures, and legal requirements.

Essential Functions

• Plan, prepare, and deliver quality instruction in clinical, lecture and/or laboratory (if applicable) format based on the approved course outline by selecting and utilizing a variety of approved course materials and teaching methods that address all learning modalities to ensure that the needs of individual students in the program are met.
• Assess student learning using appropriate methods and demonstrate effectiveness with strong outcomes in student retention, student success, and student attendance, as measured by the faculty development program.
• Instruct students in the principles and application of physical, biological, and psychological subjects related to the role of the PN/RN as necessary.
• Plan and coordinate daily learning experiences that individualize both student and client needs, providing learning opportunities that enhance student development in the application of the nursing process, interpersonal skills acquisition, and technical procedures.
• Provide guidance and education to PN/RN students on problem solving and effective communication between co‑workers, patients and patient family members across a variety of cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic levels.
• Participate in campus‑wide orientation of RN/PN students.
• Supervise and monitor students on an ongoing basis as they perform technical and patient care skills.
• Oversee and assess patient status on an ongoing basis to assure appropriate learning experiences.
• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Operations, Academic Clinical Liaison, and the Director of Nursing to monitor student progress.
• Motivate students by demonstrating sensitivity for concerns and actively involving students in clinical setting discussions and/or activities.
• Advise students on attendance, grades, and issues throughout the module and mid‑term to ensure successful completion of their clinical.
• Complete Note to File’s (NTFs) in a timely manner as directed by the Director of Clinical Operations.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ time and attendance, evaluations, experiences, performance, and progress.
• Report any/all concerns to the Director of Clinical Operations.
• Consult with the Director of Clinical Operations and the Director of Nursing regarding actions to be taken with students who are in jeopardy and/or whose performance does not meet clinical standards.
• Collaborate with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching techniques throughout the externship module.
• Make recommendations for improvement of the clinical experience.
• Participate in the development of procedures, clinical protocols, and forms as requested by the Director of Clinical Operations.
• Manage clinical setting environment through compliance with campus policies including but not limited to clinical setting management, attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Ensure instructor preparedness before class by completing required information on the course syllabus to include keeping students abreast of applicable updates.
• Monitor and prepare supplies and equipment to ensure readiness prior to clinical, informing the Director of Clinical Operations when areas requiring attention are discovered.
• Participate in faculty, staff, committee, and in‑service meetings.
• Demonstrate professional growth in the subject in which you teach through a combination of several of the following activities: membership and participation in educational associations, professional organizations, continuing education, concurrent related business experience, educational research, and awareness of current practices and standards.
• Ensure that all educational activity is conducted in a legal and ethical manner.
• Maintain employer relationships by at least annual contacts with employers, both visits can be virtual.
• Facilitate all clinical courses included in the curriculum if Peds is not available and/or when necessary; except Pediatrics, unless experienced.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as active listening.
• Strong background knowledge of hospital and nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment.
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to work well under pressure.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, show extreme resourcefulness and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures and support the Director of Nursing, Managing Director and the needs of the campus.
• Positive attitude about school activities.
• Proficient with basic office equipment, computers, and computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.

Minimum Qualifications

• Documented, current, unencumbered Michigan licensure as a registered nurse (RN).
• Experience in pediatrics required, including pediatric unit background and/or caring for pediatric‑aged children as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or comparable position.
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nursing science (BSN) or an associate degree in Nursing (ADN) actively pursuing a BSN is qualified to teach in the Practical Nurse program.
• A bachelor's degree in the subject taught is also acceptable; LPN or higher may facilitate courses not entitled “NUR”.
• Documented enrollment in a BSN program required. Exception paperwork submitted with the Michigan Board of Nursing prior to instructor teaching.
• One year of documented clinical teaching experience related to the course taught preferred.

Working/Physical Demands

May be required to work late and occasional weekends to support business needs. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit for extended periods and have sufficient hand, arm and finger dexterity to operate a phone, computer keyboard and other office equipment. The job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive; additional duties may be assigned by a manager.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dorsey College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. The College is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination‑free educational work environment.

Benefits

• Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent).
• Tuition discount opportunities for select on‑line Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify.
• Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403(b) retirement plan.
• Eleven paid holidays: MLKJr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday–Friday), ChristmasEve and ChristmasDays (as observed), and NewYear’sEve and NewYear’sDay (as observed).