Position Summary
The faculty member shall be responsible for the following : teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.
This position will serve as simulation expert and clinical liaison for the program. The goal of the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program at American River College is to prepare an entry-level registered nurse, who can function effectively in the rapidly changing healthcare environment. The Associate Degree Nursing program supports the mission of American River College to provide high quality education for a diversity of students, to develop integrity and intellectual curiosity, and to prepare students for the challenge of social, economic, and technological change. Furthermore, American River College is a premier learning community that transforms and enriches people's lives. The faculty is committed to providing accessible, success oriented, high quality nursing education to meet the diverse and changing healthcare needs of the community and region, and to promoting the development of qualified students for the professional role of registered nurse at the entry level. Graduates of this program meet the education requirements to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Utilizing principles of adult and collaborative learning the responsibility of the faculty of American River College Associate Degree Nursing Program is to facilitate the student's understanding and ability to meet the competencies for nursing practice through the design and evaluation of learning experiences. There are five types of learning experiences in the program : concept based experience, case based experience, intervention skill based experience, focused direct patient care experience, and integrative practicum (OCNE). The curriculum incorporates evidence based nursing theory and practice, general education, and the sciences in an environment supportive of learning. The framework is organized into three domains : the patient, healthcare, and nursing. Within each domain are concepts and exemplars of those concepts, which represent important practice phenomenon in nursing
American River College is committed to employees :
- Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion.
- Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence. Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions.
- Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy.
- Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others' perspectives and lived experiences.
Typical Duties
The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to :
Collaborating with fellow colleagues to update curriculum, laboratory activities, accreditation, etc.Utilizing a variety of teaching methods and technologies such as Canvas to keep student motivated and engaged.Designing, implementing, and evaluating clinical simulation scenarios to enhance student learning and ensure alignment with curriculum and industry standards.Researching and integrating emerging technologies and best practices to maintain and develop the simulation lab to meet evolving healthcare needs.Facilitating learning experiences in skills and simulation lab settings using high fidelity simulation mannequins.Providing clinical supervision of students in the Associate Degree of Nursing program.Teaching didactic seminar presentations and serve as program clinical lead liaison.Collaborating with the director of nursing to develop clinical partnerships and build program presence in the community.Participating in program and community outreach.Mentoring and supporting student club activities.Developing projects and grants for the benefit of the program and students.Working effectively and collegially with other members of the department.Facilitate program clinical placements.Additional duties as assigned by Division Dean or Director of Nursing.The instructional assignment may encompass teaching courses across all levels in this discipline. Specific courses offered may vary by campus. Courses for this assignment may include :
HEDU NURSE 430 Lecture Nursing Healthcare Concepts IVHEDU NURSE 430 Lab Nursing Healthcare Concepts IVHEDU NURSE 420 Lecture Nursing & Health Concepts IIIHEDU NURSE 420 Lab Nursing & Health Concepts IIIHEDU NURSE 410 Lecture Nursing & Health Concepts IIHEDU NURSE 410 Lab Nursing & Health Concepts IIHEDU NURSE 400 Lecture Nursing & Health Concepts IHEDU NURSE 400 Lab Nursing & Health Concepts ITo view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus :
ARC Programs and MajorsCRC Programs and MajorsFLC Programs and MajorsSCC Programs and MajorsMinimum Qualifications
Have a master's degree in Nursing; OR have a bachelor's degree in Nursing, AND have a master's degree in Health Education or Health Science; OR hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in the discipline area; OR the equivalentAll degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.Direct patient care experience within the previous five years in the nursing area which can be met by A or B below :A) One (1) year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in medical-surgical nursing;B) One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in medical-surgical nursing or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency;Completion of at least one year's experience teaching courses related to registered nursing, or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing.Hold and maintain a current unencumbered California license as a Registered Nurse by August 21, 2025.Must hold / obtain and maintain the necessary licenses, certificates, etc., as needed for external agency(ies) accreditation.Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.Application Instructions
Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit :
A Los Rios Community College District ApplicationResume or Curriculum VitaeLetter of InterestUnofficial Transcripts from College / UniversityCopy of California Registered Nurse LicenseNOTES :
Applications submitted without all required documents, listed above, will be disqualified.Applicants indicating "see resume" on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.Applicants, including current Los Rios Community College District employees, are required to provide official transcripts, if required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position.Applicants are required to submit official transcripts within 60 days of the time of hire.Graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as official transcripts.Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents.A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications and / or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluations, Inc.) or NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators. For additional information on foreign transcript evaluations click here .Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.
