Odessa College
Associate Degree Nursing Instructor
Odessa College, Odessa, Delaware, us, 19730
Instructional position in the Associate Degree Nursing Program.Specific Position Duties
Teach a variety of courses of the Associate Degree Nursing program.Adhere to the requirements, standards, and guidelines set forth by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas; National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission; and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.Maintain up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field by reading current literature, participating in continuing education and professional development, and attending conferences.Demonstrate willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the college.Utilize appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners.Provide students with written expectations that are congruent with the Odessa College and Associate Degree nursing vision and policies, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations.Develop and administer tests which are appropriate to course content, current to best practices in nursing, and appropriate in rigor, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives.By various ways and means of instructing students, affirm the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn.Evaluate and grade student class, laboratory, and clinical work, assignments, and papers in a timely manner, also in a manner that is constructive to the students’ learning.Plan, coordinate, and supervise students in all laboratory and clinical experiences.Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required course-specific details.Maintain an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, web, or distance, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity.Prepare adequately for class and arrive promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities.Deliver material in a clear and understandable manner.Address student concerns, i.e., comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other suitable means.Effectively handle routine procedures necessary for the successful, day-to-day operation of the department as delegated by the department chair.Submit required reports and schedules in a timely manner to the department chair.Maintain effective relationships and collaborate with professional counterparts throughout the college and the community.Maintain individual student advisement on degree plans and degree applications in order to comply with completion requirements.Plan, evaluate, and revise the curriculum, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction in conjunction with other faculty, coordinator, and department chair.Assist with recruiting, marketing, and outreach for department programs.Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on current issues.Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise, mentor, and assist students.Actively participate in college functions and events, and engage in community service.Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution in nursing or a masters degree in another field with a bachelor’s degree in nursing with 6 hours of graduate level nursing courses from a regionally accredited institution; current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.Preferred Qualifications
Reporting Relationship
Work Hours
Varies according to schedule. Clinicals may occur evenings or weekends, and at extension sites.Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents:ResumeCover LetterTranscriptsOptional Documents:Odessa College201 W. University Blvd.Odessa, Tx 79764
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Teach a variety of courses of the Associate Degree Nursing program.Adhere to the requirements, standards, and guidelines set forth by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas; National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission; and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.Maintain up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field by reading current literature, participating in continuing education and professional development, and attending conferences.Demonstrate willingness and ability to teach various courses, times, locations, and delivery methods, as needed and as reasonably requested by the college.Utilize appropriately challenging coursework to help students realize their full potential as learners.Provide students with written expectations that are congruent with the Odessa College and Associate Degree nursing vision and policies, e.g., syllabi, policies, assignment instructions, graded evaluations.Develop and administer tests which are appropriate to course content, current to best practices in nursing, and appropriate in rigor, including a comprehensive final exam measuring overall grasp of course objectives.By various ways and means of instructing students, affirm the worth and dignity of all persons and the right of all persons to learn.Evaluate and grade student class, laboratory, and clinical work, assignments, and papers in a timely manner, also in a manner that is constructive to the students’ learning.Plan, coordinate, and supervise students in all laboratory and clinical experiences.Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required course-specific details.Maintain an appropriate learning and assessment climate in the classroom, whether traditional, web, or distance, which encourages the free exchange of ideas while defending academic honesty and objectivity.Prepare adequately for class and arrive promptly at class meetings, labs, and any other scheduled instructional activities.Deliver material in a clear and understandable manner.Address student concerns, i.e., comments, questions, and input, both in class and via posted office hours, timely electronic communication, and other suitable means.Effectively handle routine procedures necessary for the successful, day-to-day operation of the department as delegated by the department chair.Submit required reports and schedules in a timely manner to the department chair.Maintain effective relationships and collaborate with professional counterparts throughout the college and the community.Maintain individual student advisement on degree plans and degree applications in order to comply with completion requirements.Plan, evaluate, and revise the curriculum, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction in conjunction with other faculty, coordinator, and department chair.Assist with recruiting, marketing, and outreach for department programs.Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on current issues.Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise, mentor, and assist students.Actively participate in college functions and events, and engage in community service.Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree from a regionally accredited institution in nursing or a masters degree in another field with a bachelor’s degree in nursing with 6 hours of graduate level nursing courses from a regionally accredited institution; current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas.Preferred Qualifications
Reporting Relationship
Work Hours
Varies according to schedule. Clinicals may occur evenings or weekends, and at extension sites.Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents:ResumeCover LetterTranscriptsOptional Documents:Odessa College201 W. University Blvd.Odessa, Tx 79764
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