PT Faculty POOL - Clinical Nursing Practice

Coast Community College District; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college district in California is seeking part-time temporary faculty to assist nursing students at clinical sites. Responsibilities include delivering curriculum-based instruction, maintaining professional standards, and supporting students' clinical skills. Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent experience, demonstrate effective communication, and have recent nursing experience. The position offers flexible scheduling and requires CPR certification. Applications accepted year-round for future openings.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid California Community College instructor credential or a Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Evidence of sensitivity to diverse student backgrounds.
• Direct patient care experience within the last five years.
• Direct patient care experience within the last five years in nursing or equivalent teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction following established curriculum.
• Assist students with clinical skills in a safe manner.
• Maintain professional conduct and effective communication.
• Teach at clinical sites including day, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Utilize hospital documentation methods and technology to engage students.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to manage a diverse classroom

Current knowledge in nursing

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent

Master's in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Definition

Part‑time/temporary faculty positions are needed to assist a diverse group of adult nursing students in achieving their educational goals in clinical application sites throughout the program.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part‑time/temporary faculty member.
• Assist with student learning and performance of clinical skills – utilizing safety at all times.
• Utilize hospital documentation methodologies–computers and use Internet and Interactive Technologies as needed.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Assignments may include day, evening, and weekends, at clinical sites.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

1. Must meet one of the following qualifications under (a) through (c):
   1. Valid California Community College instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990) AND must meet the minimum Assistant Instructor qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing;
   2. Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited institution AND must meet the minimum Assistant Instructor qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing.
   3. Or, possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required materials. Please see Additional Information below to determine if you need to submit an Application for Equivalency.
2. Evidence of a sensitivity to, understanding of, and the ability to manage the clinical environment AND effectively provide instruction to community college students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds.
3. Must meet direct patient care experience within the previous five years in nursing to which he or she is assigned, which can be met by one year's continuous, full‑time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated area or one academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated area or its equivalent.

Additional Requirements Needed

• Current American Heart Association CPR certification.
• Current PPD or chest x‑ray.
• Current Flu Vaccine as needed (depending on seasonal requirements).
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to orientate and work with an assigned teaching team or clinical site as needed.
• Demonstrate excellent attendance and reliability.
• Ability to work with computers, use Internet and Interactive technologies to engage students.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Masters in Nursing is preferred.
2. Recent community college or lower division clinical and/or teaching experience.
3. Expertise and professional experience in field of course(s) to be taught.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is on a part‑time, temporary basis and contingent upon verification of employment history, background verification as governed under Education Code requirements, eligibility to work in the United States, and approval by the CCCD Board of Trustees. The hours of work and effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor.

This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill part‑time, temporary, hourly assignments on an as‑needed basis. Departments or Divisions will refer to the POOL of applications on file to fill temporary assignments as the need arises. Part‑time faculty applications are accepted year‑round and will remain in the pool for one year. You will be contacted by the hiring manager should the department/division be interested in scheduling an interview. Please do not call the Office of Human Resources regarding the status of your application.

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910)
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Salary

Based on LHE (Lecture Hour Equivalent) in accordance with the current Part‑Time Faculty Salary Schedule.

Additional Information

Application Requirements

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet. A complete application packet includes:

• A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
• A current resume or curriculum vitae (upload as a separate attachment - PDF recommended).
• If needed, an Application for Equivalency. Please see below for details to determine if you are required to submit an Application for Equivalency.

Candidates will also be responsible for all travel expenses if selected for an interview, the Coast Community College District does not reimburse for candidate travel expenses.

Application for Equivalency

Candidates applying under Equivalency must complete and upload an Application for Equivalency, along with a narrative and supporting documentation, to their online employment application. Applications will be reviewed by the Equivalency Committee in that discipline area, as needed, to determine if Equivalency will be granted to the applicant, after which you will be notified.

*Application for Equivalency (Download PDF reader)

To see the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, please click on the link below.

* California Community Colleges MQ Handbook (Download PDF reader)

Who needs to apply for Equivalency?

1) Candidates who are applying for faculty and/or academic administrator positions, but do not meet the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges may still apply to the position under an Equivalency. Applying on the basis of Equivalency means that the applicant feels they have a combination of education and/or experience that would be equivalent to the state minimum qualifications, allowing them to teach under the discipline. Candidates must complete and upload an Application for Equivalency, along with supporting documentation, to their online employment application.

2) Candidates who are applying for faculty and/or academic administrator positions and their required degrees are not yet posted on their transcripts at the time of application must attach a completed Application for Equivalency to their online application.

** Candidates who are applying for faculty and/or academic administrator positions and are submitting foreign transcripts must also submit a U.S. evaluation and translation from a NACES member organization. Please attach these documents to your online application.**

Disability Accommodations

If you require accommodations in the Application or Examination Process, please notify Human Resources by calling .

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• A detailed list of physical demands and work environment is on file and will be provided upon request.

The Coast Community College District is a multi‑college district that includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services. Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast Colleges enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs.

Since its founding in 1947, the Coast Community College District has enjoyed a reputation as one of the leading community college districts in the United States. Governed by a locally elected Board of Trustees, the Coast Community College District plays an important role in the community by responding to the needs of a changing and increasingly diverse population.

Coast Community College District Title IX

This direct link is for the 2024 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The crime statistics for calendar years 2021, 2022, and 2023 were submitted to the U.S. Department of Education as required under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. A hardcopy can be provided from one of the Campus Safety Offices. Please contact any of the Campus Safety Offices for any questions regarding the report.

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Coast Community College District is committed to employing qualified administrators/managers, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student learning and success. The Board recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. The Board is committed to hiring and staff development processes that support the goals of equal opportunity and diversity, and provide equal consideration for all qualified candidates. The District does not discriminate unlawfully in providing educational or employment opportunities to any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or genetic information.