PN Program Instructor, Full Time, Days

Griffin Hospital; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT is seeking a PN Program Instructor to teach nursing theory, skills and clinicals to students alongside the primary instructor, using CT Department of Public Health curriculum outlines; instruction may be delivered in-person and online.

The ideal candidate holds an active CT RN license and a BSN or MSN, has clinical experience, and can engage learners with strong communication, computer skills and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• RN license in CT is required.
• BSN or MSN in nursing must be held.
• MSN not required at hire but must be in progress or completed within four years.

Responsibilities

• Teach nursing theory, skills and clinicals to students.
• Use CT DPH curriculum outlines to develop curriculum with primary instructor.
• Deliver instruction in-person and online as needed.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

MS Office proficiency

Interactive teaching

Education

CT RN license

BSN or MSN

MSN in progress or enrolled

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

The PN Program Instructor will be responsible for teaching nursing theory, skills and clinicals to a number of students related to their field/topic working alongside the primary instructor. Instructional material and an outline of the curriculum from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health is provided to develop a curriculum with the primary instructor. The material presented to students may be in combination of in-person and online.

• Attends to the daily needs of the School of Allied Health nursing related programs.


• Maintains professional responsibility and enhances professional development.


• Contributes to the mission of the organization by supporting the Employee Philosophy, Planetree Model of Care, and Organizational Goals.

Job Details

The PN Program Instructor will be responsible for teaching nursing theory, skills and clinicals to a number of students related to their field/topic working alongside the primary instructor. Instructional material and an outline of the curriculum from the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health is provided to develop a curriculum with the primary instructor. The material presented to students may be in combination of in-person and online.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Attends to the daily needs of the School of Allied Health nursing related programs.


• Maintains professional responsibility and enhances professional development.


• Contributes to the mission of the organization by supporting the Employee Philosophy, Planetree Model of Care, and Organizational Goals.

Education

• Unencumbered RN License for the State of CT required.


• Candidate must have either a bachelor degree or master degree in Nursing (BSN or MSN).


• If candidate does not have an MSN, must be matriculated in an MSN accredited program, or complete an MSN program within four (4) years of being hired.

Experience/Skills

• Three (3) years or more of clinical nursing experience required.


• One (1) or more years of teaching preferred (formal or informal). Preferred one (1) year of long-term care setting but not required.


• Possess strong computer skills including in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).


• Ability to teach interactively and engage students whether online or in-person. Thorough knowledge of correct English grammar, spelling and punctuation and ability to communicate effectively both written and orally.


• Superior customer service skills and ability to work productively and maintain excellent relationships with instructors, hospital staff and students.