The Nursing Instructor is to support the College’s mission and underlying principles by providing quality instruction in Nursing and Clinicals classes that align with the needs of the College’s service area. Planning, teaching, reporting, recordkeeping, student recruitment, student advisement, job placement, follow-up, and equipment upkeep are integral parts of the teaching position. The instructor’s responsibilities will include: teaching medical-surgical/maternal-child nursing courses. Works collaboratively with area clinical and hospital staff; and maintains current nursing knowledge to ensure excellence in nursing education at Lawson State Community College.

Salary Schedule: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule D1 ($44,780-$87,562) based on education and experience. Summer appointments are based on enrollment-Salary Schedule D1 ($13,825-$27,081) based on education and experience. Annual Potential Salary including Summer Appointment ($58,605-$114,643).

1. Teach 30-35 contact hours or 15-16 credit hours per semester and/or the equivalent in non-credit hours or a combination of the credit and non-credit course offerings.
2. Instructor must be available to teach in day, night, weekend classes, and training opportunities if necessary.
3. Regular and consistent attendance at work and record/maintain student attendance records.
4. Prepare and maintain current course syllabus according to the College’s guidelines.
5. Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and is consistent with local and state plan of study established curriculum. 
6. Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities which are compatible with the physical facility but serve the needs and capabilities of the students. 
7. Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students. 
8. If teaching online, maintain an active presence in the online environment, participate in discussion boards and follow all prescribed eCollege guidelines and practices as outline within your training and housed in the eCollege Faculty Manual.
9. Actively participates in and works with other school personnel in the selections of books, equipment and other instructional materials in order to provide students with optimal learning opportunities.
10. Achieve and maintain program accreditation/certification and teaching credentials ad technical certifications.
11. Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials and equipment of instructional specialty.
12. Reviews curriculum and makes routine adjustments in both ground and online courses.
13. Skilled and effective in oral and written communication.
14. Works to diffuse conflict and mediate through problems with students and colleagues.
15. Maintain lab equipment and supplies.
16. Prepare program course offerings for schedule for each semester and term.
17. Develop and evaluate Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for instructional specialty.
18. Collaborate with other unit programs to develop and implement divisional goals.
19. Knowledge of institution’s program of studies related to mission, goals and organization.
20. Recruit students into program and advise them through completion.
21. Serve on divisional, institutional, and state-wide committees as appointed.
22. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
23. Work with college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodations for identified students
24. Attends assigned divisional, department, and college meetings.
25. Reviews and modifies curriculum (for both ground and distance education courses).
26. Develops and implements a program of instruction that meets with shared department goals and objectives outline for the course.
27. Uses Blackboard regularly to augment instruction to include the uploading of the syllabus, homework assignments, supplemental videos, lecture presentations, handouts, assignments, materials and recorded lectures (where applicable).
28. Participates on committees and engages in college-wide activities to promote the missions of the institution.
29. Agrees to participate in required college events, such as, graduation, honors day programs, and other assigned events.
30. Maintains a neat, appropriate and professional appearance at all times.
31. Adheres to all school and/or department policies and responds to all administrative request in a timely professional manner.
32. Assists every student in the development of his/her academic abilities to his/her greatest capacity.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING:  

• Master’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited college or university
• Three (3) years of successful full-time working experience as Registered Nurse
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience in nursing education (classroom/clinical) or 10 years of full-time nursing experience may substitute for teaching experience in nursing education 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current unencumbered Alabama Nursing License
•  Preference will be given to applicants with teaching and/or practice experience in Medical-Surgical and Maternal-Child Health. 
• Certifications related to Medical-Surgical Nursing and/or Maternal-Child Health is preferred. 

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Must be computer literate and versed in instructional technology platforms

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the ONLINE application system (www.lawsonstate.edu) by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is completed. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email. No previous application files will be transferred for consideration of this position. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (205)929-3408.

A complete application packet consists of:

1. A cover letter

2. Online application

3. A current resume

4. A copy of all postsecondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and date degree conferred. If employed, all official transcripts must be received in the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment state date.

Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered.
Before an offer is made, the applicant must provide the following:

Employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience. Employment verification letters must include employment dates and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorize personnel signature. Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made. Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission of work experience verification from a current employer.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, AND BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS:
Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify). E-verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.