Nursing Clinical Instructor

Nursing Clinical Instructor

Job Summary :

Under the direction of the Nursing Program Director, this position is responsible for the instruction of Nursing students in the clinical setting; should be articulate, team oriented, professional in appearance and demeanor, and display excellent interpersonal skills. The selected candidate will maintain currency within his / her field, including required licensure. Work schedule can vary depending on a number of factors, including, but not limited to simulation / skills laboratory need and clinical site needs. This is a part-time position.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

The Nursing Clinical Instructor is responsible for supervising nursing students in the laboratory and clinical setting.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Facilitates effective student learning in the assigned clinical setting.
• Evaluates student learning.
• Grades clinical assignments.
• Maintains student clinical attendance records and reports to the Program Director.
• Documents student performance of nursing skills and interventions.
• Attends faculty meetings as determined by the Program Director.
• Participates in the evaluation process of the nursing program.
• Collaborates with other faculty and administration as requested.
• Collaborates effectively with the healthcare partner and its staff.
• Maintains clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.
• Notifies the Clinical Coordinator within two hours of shift start when sick.
• Attends all required orientation and training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Travel Requirements :

Local travel is expected for clinical supervision duties. Occasional regional may be necessary for clinical supervision duties.

Skills and Abilities :

• Possesses sound familiarity of current nursing concepts, principles, practices, and skills.
• Possesses adequate computer skills to be able to grade clinical assignments.
• Possesses good communication skills to interact with students, patients, care partners, colleagues, and supervisors.

Required Education and Experience :

• Holds a minimum of an associate degree in Registered Nursing (RN)
• Full-time work experience as a Registered Nurse for a minimum of one (1) year

Preferred Education and Experience :

• Experience as a Registered Nurse for a minimum of three (3) years.
• Experience in teaching and / or clinical instruction, in a variety of areas.
• Knowledgeable of the rules and regulations of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.

Physical Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job : physical mobility sufficient for direct supervision of students in lab and clinical settings; have visual ability sufficient for observation and assessment; auditory ability sufficient for monitoring and assessing health needs; and fine and gross motor skills sufficient for providing safe and competent nursing care. The employee must be able to move around and about their area, and operate a computer as needed. Some lifting will be expected and he / she must be able to perform expected duties of a nursing instructor in various clinical settings.

Mental Requirements :

The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job : critical thinking, complex problem solving, and judgement to sufficiently instruct students in a practical clinical health care setting and to provide a safe learning environment for students. The employee must demonstrate self-control and stress tolerance. The employee needs to employee flexibility and must demonstrate initiative in collaboratively working with and relating to others.

Work Environment :

Employee will work within a very close physical proximity to others and will interact with others both virtually and face-to-face. Work area includes a moderate level of noise from various sources. Employee will work within environments that cause expose to infectious agents and contagious diseases.

Application Agreement

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications are subject to the Arkansas FOIA. South Arkansas College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. South Arkansas College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, handicap, or veteran status in the provision of educational or employment opportunities or benefits.

The college is in compliance with titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), and all other federal and state laws related to equal opportunity practices.

Chosen Candidate will be required to submit to a criminal background check and have acceptable background results, provide any certificates of training (if the candidates possess any) or Licenses, Official Transcripts (for positions requiring undergraduate or graduate education), must have a clean driving record and must complete all new hire paperwork prior to starting work.