at Hutchinson Community College in Hutchinson, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Essential Functions - 

• Participate in planning and organizing nursing curriculum, including the establishment of course competencies and syllabi development as defined by the Kansas State Board of Nursing and/or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). 
• Teach effectively the approved theory and clinical curriculum to prepare students to become practical nurses. Assignments may include evening/weekend courses and non-traditional scheduling, and may include teaching via alternative delivery systems, including interactive video conferencing.
• Create and maintain a positive educational climate designed to enhance learning and motivation. 
• Utilize appropriate teaching methodologies and instructional materials to meet students' needs and abilities. 
• Participate in continuous evaluation of nursing preparation program. 
• Participate in recruitment/admission of students for both the college and the PN program. 
• Attend required, pertinent faculty activities for both the college and the PN program.
• Assist in the orientation process of new faculty. 
• Assume responsibility for organizing and implementing assigned clinical/simulation experiences in collaboration with program coordinator and cooperating agencies. 
• Document and evaluate student progress; provide feedback and academic counseling as necessary to promote successful learning. 
• Assist in facilitating appropriate student activities including promotion/graduation. 
• Maintain requirements of accrediting and cooperating agencies and parent organizations. 
• Display positive professionalism. 
• Pursue professional development through a range of activities, e.g., classes, workshops, training, CEU’s. 
• Participate in and support assessment, program review and documentation of student learning outcomes.
• Serve actively on campus committees.
• Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position.
• Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures and practices.
• Secondary functions - 
  May advise current or prospective students.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chairperson, the Program Coordinator, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, or as indicated in the Master Agreement.