Job Description:
Job Title: Nursing Principles Instructor: Northwest Campus
Supervisor: Campus Administrator
Employment Terms: 11 Months
Salary Range: $65,650 - $90,900
Skill Sets:
● Customer Service
● Communication
● Critical Thinking
● Personal Management
● Nursing skills
● Leadership
● Professional Management
● Computer Technology
● Teamwork
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Prepares students for jobs as Certified Nursing Assistants/ Licensed Nursing Assistants/ Phlebotomists
● Teaches State approved Nursing curriculum, skills lab and/ or clinical rotations to high school students
● Develops curriculum that is current with industry standards and the State Board of Nursing
● Assist in maintaining program certification by the Arizona State Board of Nursing & NCIA as necessary in collaboration with nursing program coordinator
● Collaborates with nursing program coordinator as required about program standards and policies
● Coordinates state testing dates and locations
● Secure clinical sites for Nursing Assistants and manage affiliation agreements required by the Board of Nursing as well as the district
● Develops student clinical calendars and collaborates with clinical partners regarding requirements
● Use student data to drive instructional practices
● Develops curriculum and participates in program reviews
● Maintains student files as required by Arizona State Board of Nursing
● Implements and Tracks student healthcare requirements required for clinical participation and communicate with students and parents/guardians about the requirements
● Maintains laboratory equipment that is consistent with current industry standards
● Prepares and maintains laboratory setting for student learning
● Evaluates clinical nursing faculty and meets as needed with clinical faculty
● Demonstrates and differentiates instructional methods for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student learning needs
● Develops a variety of written materials (e.g. syllabus, unit and daily lesson plans, curricular maps, assessments, attendance records, anecdotal communications, etc.) for the purpose of documenting and communicating student progress
● Partners with instructional team leaders for planning, implementation, and reflection on instruction
● Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of professional growth in an educational setting
● Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of planning instruction, providing feedback to students and communicating achievement
● Manages student behavior in a variety of educational environments by providing a safe and positive learning environment
● Identifies and develops a variety of work-based learning opportunities for students
● Engages students in leadership development by serving as an advisor for Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) HOSA
● Assists students to complete service learning projects and program fundraising events
● Communicates effectively with students, parents and colleagues at the campus level to improve the overall quality of student outcomes and achievement of established program goals
● Communicates student progress and behaviors with parents and/or legal guardians
● Establishes and maintains a good rapport with community partners and advisory councils
● Develops and implements a rigorous lab safety program
● Reports student enrollment data
● Attends district meetings
● Performs other related duties as assigned to strengthen the program
Knowledge and Skills:
● Licensure as a Registered Nurse
● 3- 5 years’ experience in teaching or related work experience
● Knowledge of Career and Technical Education and the CTE Delivery Model
● Knowledge of safety and/or sanitation procedures appropriate to the field of instruction; industry standards within the area of instruction; resources available to facilitate a successful learning environment.
● Ability to use tools and equipment related to area of instruction
● Ability to use appropriate technology and able to use as an integral part of instruction
● Willingness to work with high school youth and adults
● Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills
● Able to work afternoon and evening and weekends
Requirements:
● Able to acquire a Career & Technical Education industrial technology certificate in Health Careers
● Three years practicing as a professional nurse and/or teaching experience to include career/technical/occupational/vocational education in a certified secondary program
● One or more years in supervising nursing assistants
● One or more years of providing direct care as a registered nurse in any setting
● Maintain licensure as a Registered Nurse in good standing from the Arizona State Board of Nursing
● High school diploma or equivalent
● Current negative TB skin test (within the last year)
● Proof of MMR immunization required unless born prior to January 1, 1957
● Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or be able to obtain one
● Valid Arizona Driver’s license
● Background check
● BLS CPR certification : Instructor training preferred
Evaluation: This position has a 90-day probation period, plus a yearly evaluation
Closing Date: Open until filled
Start Date: Spring of 2024
Application Procedure:
Submit online application: https://west-mec.edu/employment/
Include:
○ Letter of interest
○ Current resume
○ Three professional references (names, addresses and phone numbers)
Western Maricopa Education Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Western Maricopa Education Center does not discriminate on the basis or race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.
Application Procedure:
Submit online application: https://west-mec.edu/employment/
Include:
○ Letter of interest
○ Current resume
○ Three professional references (names, addresses and phone numbers)