What are the responsibilities and job description for the PN Instructor position at Great Plains Technology Center?
- Plan and deliver high-quality instruction: Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous, and standards-based instruction that is differentiated to meet the needs of all students. Incorporate relevant technology and project-based learning activities that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Student Clinical Instruction and Supervision
Instructors will be responsible for going into clinical with students on assigned clinical days for 12-hour rotations at assigned clinical facilities. Instructors will work beside students in the clinical setting overseeing practice/skills/medication pass/ patient care/and charting. Students will be evaluated using a formal evaluation tool completed by the instructor. - Develop and Execute Simulated Training Exercises: Develop simulated clinical experiences that allow students to practice both routine and acute skills within the scope of a Practical Nurse and the program curriculum. Ensure ongoing expansion of available simulations to meet the learning needs of students.
- Assess Competency and Design Remediation: Communicate expectations, evaluate student performance, and collaborate with students and instructors to improve student and patient outcomes.
- Manage Documentation: Record and manage utilization and outcomes data. Document student participation and performance for grade reporting. Meet documentation deadlines.
- Foster a Positive and Professional Culture: Establish a welcoming learning environment for students. Have appropriate activities set up before students arrive. Strive to be an expert of learning resources and focus instructional time on the student experience. Work collaboratively with other instructors, school leaders, and stakeholders to develop and implement effective instructional programs and strategies that support student achievement. Participate in school and district committees.
- Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment: Maintain a safe, orderly, and inclusive learning environment that supports the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students. Establish and enforce clear expectations for student behavior and conduct and address any disciplinary issues in a fair and consistent manner. Ensure that during breaks and other times when the teacher is out of the lab, work on equipment shall be stopped, and the lab will be locked. No one is to be left working in a lab during break time. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Engage in ongoing professional development: Stay current with the latest research, trends, and best practices in health education. Seek out opportunities for self-reflection and growth and be willing to experiment with new instructional strategies and technologies to improve student learning.
- Stay informed: Have knowledge of the rules, policies, procedures, and regulations governing the Great Plains Technology Center and ensure that these rules, regulations, and policies are adhered to by oneself and all students.
- Prepare: In the event of absence, notify the appropriate administrator and the school receptionist at the earliest possible time. Maintain a current Emergency Lesson Plan
- Ethical Constraints: The instructor shall behave in a manner consistent with the Code of Ethics of the Educational Profession, Oklahoma School Law, and the rules and regulations of Great Plains Technology Center.
- Subject Knowledge: Possess a deep understanding of disease/diagnosis/care of the patient across the lifespan. Have the ability to care for patients while complying with the standards, principles, goals and regulations from industry. Maintain skill in the use of standard medical equipment.
- Pedagogical Skills: Possess strong teaching skills, including the ability to design effective lesson plans, create engaging and interactive classroom activities, and assess student learning effectively. Adapt to different learning styles and create an inclusive learning environment.
- Communication Skills: Be an effective communicator, able to convey information clearly and concisely to students, colleagues, and parents. Listen actively and respond appropriately to student inquiries, concerns, and feedback.
- Professionalism: Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of their work, including preparation, punctuality, attendance, and commitment to ongoing professional development. Work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders and be willing to take on leadership roles within the school and community.
- Associate’s in nursing from accredited nursing school is required with at least six hours of completed course work towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. Six hours of course completion is required annually.
- Valid, unencumbered, Oklahoma nursing license
- Two years of full-time clinical practice as a Registered Nurse
- Valid AHA BLS certification
- Competency with nursing skills in clinical setting
JobID: 296
Position Type:
Health Science Services/Practical Nursing Instructor
Health Science Services/Practical Nursing Instructor
Date Posted:
1/13/2025
1/13/2025
Location:
Great Plains Technology Center Lawton
Great Plains Technology Center Lawton
Date Available:
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
Closing Date:
01/22/2025
01/22/2025
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Safety Designation
Safety Sensitive
Safety Sensitive
Reports to
Practical Nursing Coordinator
Practical Nursing Coordinator
Starting Salary
$60,662.00
$60,662.00
Contract Length
12 Month
12 Month
Deadline
January 22, 2025
January 22, 2025
Job Description
Summary/objective
The Practical Nursing Instructor will facilitate training of nursing students in both clinical and classroom settings. The instructor shall devote all of their professional capabilities, time, and talents to provide a program of meaningful learning opportunities to each student. The instructor will contribute to curriculum development and collaborate to develop and present educational events.
The Practical Nursing Instructor will facilitate training of nursing students in both clinical and classroom settings. The instructor shall devote all of their professional capabilities, time, and talents to provide a program of meaningful learning opportunities to each student. The instructor will contribute to curriculum development and collaborate to develop and present educational events.
Essential functions
Competencies
Supervisory responsibilities
None
None
Work environment
The instructor will work across varied environments to include classrooms for lectures, simulation labs, outdoors, and at clinical facilities that provide patient care. A standard workweek as assigned by administration is required, but evening or weekend hours may be required to accommodate activities.
The instructor will work across varied environments to include classrooms for lectures, simulation labs, outdoors, and at clinical facilities that provide patient care. A standard workweek as assigned by administration is required, but evening or weekend hours may be required to accommodate activities.
Physical demands
While performing the duties of this position, the instructor is frequently required to move/position objects, move about their classroom, building and/or across campus. The instructor may respond to emergency situations, student altercations and communicate with staff, parents and students. The instructor may be required to perform extensive work at a computer display terminal. The instructor must be able to lift 25 lbs. and stand for long periods of time in classrooms, labs, and clinical sites. Duties may involve assisting students and patients with positioning or mobility.
While performing the duties of this position, the instructor is frequently required to move/position objects, move about their classroom, building and/or across campus. The instructor may respond to emergency situations, student altercations and communicate with staff, parents and students. The instructor may be required to perform extensive work at a computer display terminal. The instructor must be able to lift 25 lbs. and stand for long periods of time in classrooms, labs, and clinical sites. Duties may involve assisting students and patients with positioning or mobility.
Travel required
Occasional travel within and outside of the Great Plains Technology Center district may be required for sponsorship of student activities, professional development, clinical facilities and participation in other Great Plains Technology Center activities.
Occasional travel within and outside of the Great Plains Technology Center district may be required for sponsorship of student activities, professional development, clinical facilities and participation in other Great Plains Technology Center activities.
Required education and experience
Preferred education and experience
Developing and delivering curriculum
Developing and delivering curriculum
Non-Discrimination Statement
Great Plains Technology Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. If you have any questions about equal opportunity please contact; Human Resources, 580-355-6371, hr@greatplains.edu.
Great Plains Technology Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. If you have any questions about equal opportunity please contact; Human Resources, 580-355-6371, hr@greatplains.edu.
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or their designee.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or their designee.
Employment Benefits Include: 100% paid health insurance; paid sick leave; paid school holidays off; tuition reimbursement; 100% paid contribution to teacher’s retirement.
Great Plains Technology Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Great Plains Technology Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $60,662
