Practical Nursing Instructor

3 days ago


Oxford, Mississippi, United States Northwest Mississippi Community College Full time
Job Description

The Practical Nursing Instructor is a day faculty position at the Oxford Campus for the Practical Nursing Program. The Instructor provides students with instruction of the highest standards, evaluates student progress, assists in preparation of program documents and policies, assists in activities furthering the work of the institution, communicates necessary information to students, provides academic advice to students, serves on standing and ad hoc committees, and assists in maintaining the uniformity of the Practical Nursing program on all campuses. This is a 12-month Faculty position reporting to the Director of Practical Nursing.

Qualifications
  • Must be a graduate of an approved School of Nursing.
  • Must have an unencumbered RN license in Mississippi and must:
    • Hold a minimum of an Associate's Degree in Nursing.
    • Have three years clinical experience working as a RN; or have two years' experience as faculty in a nursing/allied health program.
    • Satisfy clinical agency requirements, i.e.: background checks, immunizations, CPR, etc.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Maintain health care specific requirements such as CPR certification, TB skin tests, and criminal background checks to satisfy the requirements of affiliated clinical agencies.
  • Provide competent instruction in the clinical and theoretical areas of nursing.
  • Maintain high standards and promote excellence in education.
  • Participate in and contribute to the team-teaching of classroom and clinical courses and model team-enhancing behavior for students.
  • Serve as a role model for students in professional interaction with other health workers and with clinical facilities.
  • Promote positive and productive relationships with service area hospitals, clinics, business, industries, and agencies.
  • Assist in scheduling and confirming use of clinical sites.
  • Assist in scheduling curriculum content and classroom scheduling.
  • Maintain relationships with clinical sites and professional peers that support the reputation of the college and Practical Nursing Program.
  • Practice in professional development activities that support evidenced-based practice in the classroom and clinical setting.
  • Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work, in meeting classes, and in keeping office hours.
  • Collect, record, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, absences, withdrawal and/or class drop information to appropriate offices.
  • Maintain attendance records for clinical groups and for classes taught.
  • Provide advice to the Lead Instructor, Practical Nursing Director and the Dean of Health Sciences on matters pertaining to the instructional program.
  • Provide advice to the Lead Instructor and Practical Nursing Director to insure the uniformity of the Practical Nursing Program on all Campuses.
  • Serve on College, Division and Nursing Staff committees as needed.
  • Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to instructional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.
  • Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials such as those used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi program outlines, articulation, and bulletin materials.
  • Participate in scheduled in-service activities.
  • Promote student development through enrichment and mentoring experiences.
  • Serve as academic advisors and mentors.
  • Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outline in the College Bulletin, Policy Manual, Faculty Handbook, and Practical Nursing Program Student Handbook and follow such policies and procedures.
  • Perform all other professional duties as assigned by the Dean of Health Sciences, PN Director, or other administrative personnel.
About Us

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that "Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students' lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services."

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA, by calling, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website ).

Affirmative Action

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number, e-mail address ; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number, e-mail address ; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number, e-mail address or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number, email

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin ) or on the Northwest website ) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office



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