Instructor, Nursing Assistant Training Program

Company: Guilford Technical Community College
Location: Jamestown
Posted on: May 5, 2021

Job Description:

#RPMTeaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.Under general supervision, this individual will develop, prepare, and teach Health Careers courses within the department (to include nursing assistant, medication aide, phlebotomy, and other health career programs as developed) as well as potentially being responsible for organization, administration, continuous review, planning development, and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students enrolled in a health career training program. Instructional responsibilities require a broad-based knowledge of the role of the nursing assistant in the health industry. Faculty will also be responsible for advising and recruiting students and collaborating with business and industry partners to provide necessary training and education. The individual must meet certification and credentialing requirements specific for affiliated clinical practice agencies.Duties/Functions TeachingPrepare & teach departmental courses to include:developing learner centered lesson plansemploying teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning stylesincorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environmentscreating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student populationpreparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriateupdating and revising curriculum to maintain currencydeveloping new courses as needed to support the instructional missionparticipating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriatedeveloping, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriateProfessional DevelopmentMaintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditationparticipating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategiesAdministrationProvide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipmentproviding for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditionsmaintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulationsStudent SupportProvide an environment conducive to student success to include:conducting recruiting activitiesproviding academic advisingpromoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success assisting students with the registration and graduation processreferring students to campus and community resources when appropriateCollege ServiceSupport college-wide endeavors to include:collaborating with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinating schedules, and supporting student successserving on department, division, and college committeesparticipating in GTCC institutional initiativescollaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCCsupporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)participating in extracurricular student activities/clubsattending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as requiredDemonstrating and modeling the Colleges employability skills; communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork.Additional Duties and Responsibilities:Maintain student recordsPerform all duties as assigned by supervisorDifficult Challenges Contacts Education Required Associate degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution with the ability to obtain a bachelors degree within 2 years of hire.North Carolina Registered Nurse unencumbered license or the ability to attain one prior to hire.Education Preferred Bachelors degree or higher in Nursing from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.Experience Required Two years of relevant industry experience with administrative and clinical procedures routinely performed by nursing assistantsTwo years of work experience as a Registered Nurse, i.e., 4000 hours in the United StatesPost-secondary teaching and/or industry training experience in Nursing Assistant topics using any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars.Experience Preferred Greater than two years of relevant industry experience with administrative and clinical procedures routinely performed by nursing assistantsGreater than two years of work experience as a Registered Nurse, i.e., 4000 hours in the United StatesExperience teaching in a community collegeExperience with assessment of student learning outcomesExperience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systemsKSA Required The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its open door policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:1. Multi-task2. Respect Diversity3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment 5. Communicate effectively6. Effectively implement and apply technology solutionsKSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):1. Reporting Requirements2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)6. Linking Student Learning Outcomes (within 30 days of hire)7. Moodle Certification (if teaching online or hybrid within 30 days of hire)Department Trainings/Requirements:1. Bloodborne pathogens/personal protective equipment training (yearly)2. Automatic electronic defibrillator/CPR certification (renewal every 2 years)3. Documented immunity to Hepatitis B with positive titer and other immunizations (if required by affiliated clinical agencies)4. Documented flu vaccination. (yearly)5. Documented negative/clear TB status (yearly except biannual is Gold blood test used)Physical Demands 1. Physical Requirementsa. Hear and seeb. Stand extended periods of time (up to 4 hours)c. Stoop, bend, squat, lift, reach overheadd. Lift, push, or pull 50 lbs. 2. Work hours may include day, afternoon, evening, and weekend responsibilities3. Instruction may be on any campus where health career programs are taught.4. Travel between campus/clinical locations is required.Other:1. Acceptable results on background screening consisting of Criminal Background Check (CBC), Office of Inspector General Review (OIG), and 12 panel drug screen (upon hire).Posting Type Faculty recblid zlqpvusffjxwe19snugbqwlqk8b0g9

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