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Associate Degree Nursing (LVN to RN Step-Up) Program Instructor

Company: College of the Siskiyous

Pay:
$44,122 - $59,497

Location

Job Description:

Adventures in Environment, Technology and Learning

The Position
On the Yreka Campus at our new state of the art facilities, we are currently recruiting for a tenure-track position. The regular academic year is 175 days (9 months) and typically commences in mid August, and finishes towards the end of May, with a four week semester break between December and January. The teaching assignment could include a mixture of day, evening, and weekend classes at the Weed or Yreka campus, clinical sites in the Redding area, and other off campus sites. Flexible scheduling options available — 175 day, 9 month to 215 day 11-month contracts. Schedule for fall and spring semesters includes 2 days in Redding, 2 days in Yreka and 1 day flexible.

Summary of Duties
• Duties related to ADN NURSING INSTRUCTOR:
Responsibility for teaching theory and clinical instruction in the LVN to RN Step Up program; assist with development of staff, facilities and schedule for the LVN to RN Step Up Program; possess familiarity of Board of Vocational Nursing and Board of Registered Nursing policies to maintain program approval and standards.
• Classroom duties: Provide instruction that may include lecture, laboratory, and clinical classes in the discipline in accordance with established College of the Siskiyous approved curriculum and course outlines; inform students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance and participation requirements in a course syllabus; effectively teach and communicate with students of diverse backgrounds.
• Interaction with students outside of class: Advise students on academic and career matters; assist in outreach and articulation with high schools, four-year colleges and universities; post and maintain adequate and regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy.
• Out-of-class duties: Maintain necessary attendance, scholastic and student records, and submit them according to published guidelines; prepare and grade class assignments and evaluations according to course syllabus.
• Professional and curriculum development: Remain current in field; develop, maintain and evaluate curriculum including development and assessment of student learning outcomes; select textbooks; evaluate course materials; interact with faculty and staff in other areas of instruction and participate in the development of instructional methods, technology and materials; work with peers in higher education, and where appropriate, business and industry to maintain currency of instructional programs.
• Interaction with colleagues: Participate in college governance by serving on college committees; participate in professional development, including flex obligations; assist with student and other educational activities in accordance with college policies; establish and maintain effective work relationships.

Education/Experience
Minimum Qualifications
• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in nursing, education, or administration OR Bachelor’s in nursing AND Master’s in health education or health science OR the equivalent in accordance with statewide minimum qualifications OR the minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher.
Note: Applicants applying under “equivalency” must provide detailed written documentation explaining how their academic preparation is equivalent to the degrees listed.
• Valid active California License as a Registered Nurse, or be able to obtain a California Registered Nursing License.
• At least one year’s experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care
• Completion of at least one year’s experience teaching courses related to nursing or a course which includes practice in teaching nursing.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Desired Qualifications
Recent clinical experience in medial-surgical nursing, obstetrics, pediatrics, mental health and/or psychiatric nursing.
Willingness to remediate in specific content areas as needed.
Acute care nursing skills.
Ability to teach nursing courses at the community college level.
Excellence in teaching (enthusiasm, knowledge of subject matter, student motivational skills, diverse teaching methods to address a variety of learning styles).
Commitment to community college education as demonstrated in personal and/or professional experience.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, other on-campus groups, off-campus community groups and educational partners.
Evidence of a strong commitment to remaining current in the discipline.
Strong academic preparation as evidenced by undergraduate and graduate level coursework.
Ability to communicate clearly with students and staff, both orally and in writing.
Interest in and/or ability to use relevant and modern technology in the classroom, including videoconferencing and on-line instruction.

Salary and Benefits
• The starting annual salary is: 175 day (9 month) contract: $44,122 - $59,497; 215 day (11 month) contract: $54,207 - $73,096. Starting placement on the District salary schedule is based upon years of experience and number units completed beyond the Masters degree. New academic employees may receive credit for no more than 5 years of job-related experience.
• Starting salary is based on education and experience and is negotiable.
• Faculty members with an earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution receive an additional $1,800 annual stipend.
• Upon completion of the first year, additional stipend available to instructors who meet the criteria. .
• Competitive benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance to employees and dependents. Employees contribute a percentage of their salary toward the Medical Benefits Program.
• Eligible for STRS (State Teacher’s Retirement System). District contributes on behalf of the employee.

The College
COS is a major influence in the area and employs a faculty and staff of approximately 300, making it the third largest employer in the county. The college serves about 4,500 full and part-time students through comprehensive transfer courses, employment-oriented programs, life-long learning opportunities, and excellent student services.

Established in 1993, the Yreka Campus is located in the Siskiyou county seat and is also located just off Interstate 5. The campus has an extensive night course program to serve working adults. The campus has five classroom buildings to serve students. The new Rural Health Science Institute (RHSI) houses the colleges nursing program to include the Registered Nursing (RN) Upgrade, Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN), and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) programs.

The RHSI is an $8.8 million building designed to take advantage of the latest e-learning technology, including state-of-the-art simulation and videoconferencing. The RHSI houses not only the Nursing Program, but has available space for the creation of several additional healthcare career programs and features cutting-edge medical training technology. In addition to offering expanded nursing and allied health programs through traditional community college curriculum, COS leaders have been exploring ways to use the RHSI to stimulate economic development within Siskiyou County. The opening of the RHSI in 2009 added significant new technology to COS. In addition to expanding the number of classrooms that can be used for distance learning education, the facility has a six bed nursing simulation lab with video capture capability, and a 12 bed clinical lab.

The college is widely recognized for its excellent programs in the humanities, arts, sciences, technology, career/technical education, and athletics. Nursing, fire science technology, an EMT/paramedic program, and an environmental resources technology program are four outstanding career/technical education programs. The Yreka campus has general purpose classrooms, a computer lab, POST certified training simulation classrooms, a fully equipped weight training classroom, and our newest building, a 20,000 square foot, high tech Rural Health Science Institute.

Students recognize the beauty of the campuses and surrounding areas and view the college staff as highly skilled and friendly. Students maintain that quality instruction is provided in a caring atmosphere of small class sizes where opportunities to interact with faculty are frequent. The campus community is committed to helping students succeed. In addition, students and staff enjoy exemplary technological support. A devoted, seven-member, elected Board of Trustees takes pride in overseeing student achievement, a dedicated staff, and a financially solvent District. They are eager to continue providing excellence in education to the people of Siskiyou County and are supported in this effort by a productive, supportive COS Foundation and appreciative public.

Application Procedure
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For an applicant to be considered during the first review, the Human Resources Office must receive all required documents by 4:00 pm on July 7, 2010. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. Materials submitted in addition to those listed below will not be considered in the screening process. All documents included in the application file become property of the College and will not be returned. Only completed application packets will be forwarded to the search committee. All inquiries and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

To be considered a candidate for this position, the applicant must submit the following materials:
• Application Cover Sheet*
• A letter of application summarizing how the minimum and desired qualifications are met.
• Current resume
• Application for Equivalency Determination if applicable*
• Transcripts of college work (Copies are acceptable for application. The successful candidate must provide original transcripts upon hiring. Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation, at the time of application.)
• A list of four professional references, which include the reference’s title and current contact information
• Two recent letters of recommendation

*Employment forms are available at www.siskiyous.edu/jemployment or by calling (530) 938-5317.

Selection Process
After the preliminary screening, selected candidates will be invited to the campus for an initial interview with the Search Committee. At the discretion of the District, video-conference interviews (in lieu of an in-person initial interview) may be offered. A teaching demonstration will be part of the interview process. Candidates to be interviewed will be selected from applicants who most closely meet the minimum and desired qualifications listed in the brochure. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. The Search Committee will then recommend a slate of finalists to the Superintendent/President for a final interview.
The District reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay indefinitely filling of the position if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool or if funding is not available.

(NOTE: Candidates are responsible for any costs associated with the initial interview. Reimbursement for final interview for airfare or mileage, whichever is less expensive, and one night of lodging will be available.)

Conditions of Employment
Employees must satisfy all the pre-employment requirements prior to appointment that include, but are not limited to, tuberculosis clearance (EC 87408.6), fingerprint processing, and verification of their legal right to work in the United States. A pre-employment physical examination may be required.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application or interview process must notify the Human Resources Office in advance.

College of the Siskiyous is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, political affiliations, sexual orientation, or beliefs.

Please submit application materials to:
College of the Siskiyous
Human Resources
800 College Avenue
Weed, CA 96094
www.siskiyous.edu/employment
Tel: 530-938-5317
Fax: 530-938-5506
HR@siskiyous.edu

College of the Siskiyous is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

 

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