| The Assistant/Associate Professor Professor of Nursing is responsible for the day-to-day activities of a course (i.e. grades, schedules, syllabi, calendars, etc.) as well as lecture/classroom theoretical content with practical learning experiences in clinical supervision. Position is tenure track with salary and rank based on candidate’s qualifications. Candidate must demonstrate a vital Christian faith and integrate Christian faith with teaching and learning. Twelve-month position to begin August 2020. Responsibilities: Teaches one or more subjects within prescribed curriculum using a variety of teaching methodologies to facilitate and engage students in the learning process. - Embraces and integrates the Christian mission and vision of LC, the nursing program mission and philosophy, student learning outcomes, the curriculum model and clinical expectations.
- Facilitates student application of theory to clinical.
- Communicates effectively utilizing professional techniques with clinical agency representatives, staff, faculty, and students.
- Identifies and immediately communicates problem areas/clinical areas of concern to lead faculty and recommends changes and solutions as appropriate.
- Provides weekly or as needed communication with School of Nursing leadership concerning student progress including successes, identified needs, clinical issues, suggestions, and professional learning needs.
- Demonstrates quality nursing care, problem solving skills, effective use of resources, collaboration with other health professionals and professional standards as outlined by the School of Nursing.
- Adheres to and enforces the policies and procedures of Louisiana College, the School of Nursing, and the clinical facility assigned.
- Cooperates with college administration.
- Remains current with new trends and development in his/her field of expertise.
- Participates in faculty development and professional organizations: research, scholarly projects, and publications.
- Must maintain the equivalent of a four-course load (12 credit hours).
Duties related to the School of Nursing: - Plans learning experiences (i.e. classroom activities, pre/post conferences, and clinical assignments for student supervision, evaluation and feedback conferences).
- Prepares written evaluation materials (i.e. syllabi, tests, handouts, etc.) for submission and duplication in a timely manner.
- Manages schedule to ensure regular and prompt attendance at all required course activities, college committees, and faculty meetings.
- Plans and schedules teaching and clinical/lab activities for curriculum courses and teaching.
- Effectively demonstrates excellence in classroom teaching.
- Stimulates class discussions and student participation.
- Creates an atmosphere that fosters critical thinking.
- Compiles, administers, and grades examinations in a timely manner.
- Adheres to college policies in grading and posting of grades
- Controls and monitors ongoing instructional activities and systems in order to maintain adherence of prescribed standards and student evaluation.
- Holds students accountable for the acquired competency in their performance, and assists students in re-mediation to acquire and maintain competence.
- Motivates students through instructional and counseling activities toward high levels of contribution to the discipline.
- Conducts conferences with students concerning academic and clinical competence and progress.
- Records and maintains data for student records, grades, accreditation, and school studies (i.e. test item banks, course evaluation portfolio, annual course reports, etc.).
- Coordinates and manages the course implementation in consultation with members of the teach team.
- Participates in scholarship through teaching, application, and the integration, and discovery of knowledge.
- Participates in recruitment and retention programs.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Must be familiar with word processing software and have a basic understanding of computers and their application in an academic setting.
- Ability to motivate students to excel.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to teach through a variety of mechanisms to effectively instruct students.
- Mental Health Nursing experience
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