Job Description
As a Clinical/Lab Instructor and faculty member of an Extended Campus (University of Incarnate Word), the primary responsibility is the implementation of the academic programs. Nursing Instructors are assigned teaching responsibilities in a clinical or lab course and are expected to contribute to achievement of the missions of teaching, research, and service. This is a Monday-Friday, full time, 12-month position serving students in an Accelerated BSN program from our site in San Antonio, TX.
Academic Partner: University of Incarnate Word, Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Target Hire Date: May, 2021
Site Address: 7330 San Pedro Ave San Antonio, TX
Schedule: Full time, benefits eligible position. Mon-Fri, standard business
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
* Facilitate effective student learning in the appropriate clinical/lab setting and via the online learning environment.
* Provide adequate guidance for students in the clinical/lab setting related to professionalism, practice, and research.
* Ensure effective evaluations of student practice.
* Provide a supportive learning environment.
* Provide feedback about the teaching/learning process to Course Coordinators when designated by administrators.
* Provide feedback on progress to DNAS and ABSN Director.
* Contribute to Academic Program
* Participate in the development and progress of the academic programs by contributing to the development of curriculum, teaching materials, and evaluation measures.
* Collaborate with the DNAS and complete assignments as requested.
* Collaborate effectively with the Healthcare Partner and its staff.
* Maintain and Teach Nursing Knowledge
* Maintain current knowledge of the extended campuses Nursing curriculum, policies, and requirements.
* Maintains clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
* Clinical Competence: Able to function with professional accountability in clinical settings.
* Teaching Competence: Able to create a climate conducive to positive student learning.
* Technology Competence: Able to use computer technology (Word, Power Point, E-mail, Internet) at a minimum
* Recognize the importance of distance education and be willing to facilitate distance education.
* Must provide a high level of professional nursing care to patients and clients.
* Function as a role model for professional nursing and communicate this role to students.
* Maintain knowledge of health needs of own community and its healthcare services.
* Ability to accept shared responsibility for the planning and implementation of assigned courses, program planning activities, and other needs of the academic programs.
* Ability to provide a supportive learning environment for students.
* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, staff, students, agency personnel, and others as necessary in providing public service.
* Demonstrate commitment to continued professional learning.
Experience
- Practice: Evidence of a minimum of two years of successful professional nursing practice
- Teaching Experience: Evidence of a minimum two years of teaching experience (preferred)
- Skills lab and simulation teaching experience preferred
Education and Certifications
- Master's degree in nursing is required
- Additional ongoing certifications and training desired.