Instructor of Nursing (Fall 2024)
Genesee Community College
Batavia, NY
Job posting number: #7223328
Posted: February 29, 2024
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Job Description:Genesee Community College is seeking an Instructor to join our Nursing faculty. This is a 9-month teaching position (168 days) with an opportunity to change students' lives and inspire them to become professional RNs. We encourage you to apply if you are a motivated educator with excellent teaching and mentoring skills and are committed to student's success in meeting all course learning outcomes.
As a program within the Division of Math, Science and Career Education the Nursing program is aligned with our competitive health care programs. This program has over 200 students enrolled annually. The small student to teacher ratio provides for a highly personal teaching and learning experience.
Our faculty obligation of nine months per year (168 days) provides flexibility for service in other practice areas as well as a healthy work-life balance. By joining the faculty at GCC you will be eligible to participate in the NY State Retirement System. We offer generous paid time off, with several paid holidays per year, and sick time that includes time necessary for a family member's illness. You may also be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Professional activity days at the beginning of each semester allow you to develop professionally and provides time to complete prep work prior to the start of classes.
Our graduates earn an Associate's in Applied Science and are prepared to pass the national R.N. licensing examination. Our Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). This program combines nursing theory with a variety of real-world clinical experiences in rural, community and tertiary healthcare systems. Unique to associate degree programs in WNY, the final semester includes a four-week capstone experience with an RN preceptor in one of our affiliated health care settings. We also have an Advanced Placement program for LPN to RN students. Our Nursing program has an NCLEX pass rate that is well above both the New York State and National averages.
The Antoinette Marchese Clancy School of Nursing is a state-of-the-art facility where instructors utilize up to date simulation technology and manikins, organized and well equipped skills labs and Hyflex video conferencing in each of our classrooms.
Our Nursing classes are all offered in a hybrid (combination classroom and online) format. This position teaches both didactic and clinical based on a team-teaching model with experienced faculty. You can look forward to teaching fundamentals in your first semester, with the opportunity to serve as course coordinator and a mentor for adjunct instructors in the future.
Genesee Community College is located in Batavia, NY. We are a rural campus with proximity to the Buffalo and Rochester metro areas, providing access to a multitude of entertainment options including the arts, sports and numerous outdoor activities. The western NY area offers a substantially lower cost of living than other areas of the country.
GENERAL FUNCTIONS:
Instruction in all phases of a two-year hybrid Nursing Program, including team teaching assignments and substantive student interaction. Contribute to the development, review, assessment, and maintenance of a high- quality nursing curriculum. Assist in recruitment, retention, and graduation of students and in other college and departmental efforts. Participate actively in the academic life of the institution.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Share the teaching load of nursing courses on a team teaching basis including course prep, exam preparation and grading. Includes online teaching responsibilities.
Teach, supervise and evaluate students in the clinical and laboratory settings, including regular sessions held various days and times in area healthcare agencies.
Adhere to mandatory training, health compliance and BLS certification requirements and attend/participate in mandatory health facility orientation/training activities.
Attend and contribute to course planning meetings.
Attend and contribute to scheduled nursing faculty meetings and curriculum development, assessment, and review meetings, in conjunction with all nursing faculty.
Mentor and guide adjunct clinical instructors.
Participate actively in accreditation activities.
Evaluate the students enrolled in the assigned course(s).
Participate in professional development activities.
Participate in activities affecting the entire College community.
Assume other responsibilities as designated by the Director of the Nursing Program.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
Candidates with a Bachelors Degree or Master's Degree in progress will be considered. If appointed, candidate will be required to obtain their Master's Degree in Nursing within 4 years of date of appointment. Recent nursing practice and ability to teach assigned course(s) is required. Current licensure in good standing as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York. Ability to work effectively with college students, staff and faculty as well as clinical agency staff. Demonstrates a strong commitment to the values of equity, diversity and inclusion throughout all professional encounters.
Preferred:
Master's Degree with a concentration in Nursing Education preferred, including educational coursework such as curriculum, instruction and evaluation. Experience in medical/surgical and/or in an educational institution is preferred. Proven teaching skills with familiarity in a wide range of instructional strategies and modes of instruction. Precepting, patient teaching, and RN residency may count as teaching experience. Proficiency in online instruction, learning management systems, familiarity with nursing education and examination applications is preferred.
The ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching and learning, a sense of humor, and a positive attitude. They will strive to create and maintain personal connections with students and the college community. They must be an approachable, enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic who contributes to Genesee's supportive community, dedicated to effective, innovative strategies for student success.