Practical Nursing Instructor

Florence-Darlington Technical College; Florence (SC); On-site; < USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Florence-Darlington Technical College is seeking an instructor to provide classroom instruction, advising, and program development in nursing-related fields. The role requires an active RN license in SC, a bachelor’s degree with teaching focus, and at least two years of medical-surgical experience.

The candidate will engage in curriculum development, assist with student recruitment and retention activities, and participate in college committees to support institutional objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline).
• Must have an unencumbered active RN license in SC or another compact state.
• At least 2 years experience with a strong medical surgical background.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction for students and academic advising.
• Develop and implement retention activities and assist in graduate placement.
• Attend graduation ceremonies and assist with orientation/registration.

Skills

Instructional methodologies

Alternative delivery methods

Excellent communication

Independent and team work

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in teaching discipline

18 graduate semester hours in teaching

Unencumbered RN license in SC or compact state

Job description

Description

General Responsibilities

Provide classroom instruction for students, academic advising, develop and implement retention activities, assist in graduate placement, attend graduation ceremonies, assist with student orientation/registration, revise curricula, develop courses, design new programs, revise instructional materials, remain current in teaching field, work on college committees and promote institutional objectives.

Job Functions

• Provide high quality instruction, teach courses as assigned, provide students with course documentation, demonstrate effective interaction skills, relate instruction/materials to course objectives, develop creative class activities, use various teaching techniques, and organize instruction.
• Provide academic advising, assist with recruitment, develop and implement successful retention activities, assist in graduate placement, assist in student orientation/registration, provide appropriate safety instruction.
• Manage classroom/lab, clinic activities in an orderly manner, hold 8 office hours per week, submit all required reports in a timely manner, prepare budget projections for equipment and supplies, and practice good housekeeping, repair equipment as appropriate.
• Design new programs, revise curricula, develop new courses, develop and revise instructional materials for current courses, participate in advisory committees.
• Work on college committees, perform public service for the college, supervise/chaperone student events, promote the purpose and institutional objections of the college, and build rapport with employers of graduates.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a concentration in the teaching discipline (a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching discipline. Must have an unencumbered active RN license in SC or another compact state. At least 2 years experience with a strong medical surgical background.

Preferred Requirements

The minimum as listed, plus knowledge of instructional methodologies and alternative delivery methods; excellent communication skills; ability to work independently and in groups; ability to multi-task and meet specified timelines. Ability to work flexible hours as needed; ability to work evenings as needed; ability to travel within the service area.

Anticipated Work Hours

Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Friday, 8:00 am - 11:30 am

Additional Comments

Applicants are required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.