Nursing Instructor Under the direction of the Dean of Health Sciences, the nursing instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction, clinical supervision, and student support within the Associate Degree Nursing Program. This role includes planning and delivering classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning experiences that promote student success and ensure the development of safe, competent, entry-level nursing professionals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Develops course syllabi, outlines, and classroom activities for assigned courses.
- Reviews and develops instructional materials for assigned courses.
- Administers tests or other evaluation methods to students; grades and gives feedback on exercises, homework assignments, and tests.
- Monitors, records, and submits student attendance, progress, and grades for assigned courses.
- Serves as an academic advisor for assigned students. Monitors and ensures that students take appropriate courses in the appropriate sequence.
- Assists with registration processes.
- Contributes to curriculum development by developing and evaluating course content and student learning outcomes.
- Maintains contacts with business, industry, and professional organizations to keep instructional programs current with occupational or academic field.
- Participates in program review process.
- Develops, implements, evaluates, and reports annual program goals/outcomes (PLOs).Completes a minimum of 8 hours of professional development annually that aligns with annual instructional goals of the College or individual goals as recommended by the dean.
- Completes a minimum of 8 hours of college service activities annually to include recruitment activities, college event participation, SGA events, club advising, institutional and ad hoc committees, etc.
- Communicates clearly and frequently in writing and speaking to ensure consistency of purpose and vision.
- Works collaboratively with all members of the college community.
- Understands and supports the college mission, vision, and values.
- Remains current on emerging higher education and division-relevant issues.
- Fosters a work environment characterized by transparency, trust, and professionalism.
- Retains a focus on the student experience, specifically, ensuring instructional rigor, fostering students' sense of belonging, and developing their soft skills.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to remain current in nursing practice and education
- Serves on institutional committees if appointed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of PC's and related software.
- Assigned course content, resources in the assigned field, and methods of teaching assigned courses.
- Adult education theories and practices.
- Program area assigned.
- Needs assessments and evaluation of courses and activities.
- Organizational, planning, and administrative skills to coordinate a variety of courses, workshops, and activities for organizations and students.
- Ability to:
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Operate a PC and related software.
- Communicate and explain courses offered in program areas assigned.
- Understand and coordinate training efforts with a wide range of organizations and special populations. Coordinate a variety of courses and activities.
- Plan and organize a variety of courses and activities.
- Enforce and follow rules and regulations of the College.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, public agencies, businesses, and the general public.
College-wide ExpectationsWCC places a high value on creating an engaged, collaborative campus environment; therefore, employees are required to complete their work hours in person on WCC's campus. By working on campus and in person, employees have greater opportunities to engage with students and co-workers, attend on-site meetings and presentations, recruit students, and support local business and industry partners.
Communicates clearly and frequently in writing and speaking to ensure consistency of purpose and vision.
Works collaboratively with all members of the college community.
Understands and supports the college's mission, vision, and values.
Remains current on emerging higher education and division-relevant issues.
Fosters a work environment characterized by transparency, trust, and professionalism.
Retains a focus on the student experience, specifically, ensuring instructional rigor, fostering students' sense of belonging, and developing their soft skills.
Education and Experience:
RequiredBSN; Completion of a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution within 5 years of hire is required. Current, valid unrestricted North Carolina nursing license or a valid, current multi-state license from a Nurse Licensure Compact state to practice nursing in NC.Two years or the equivalent of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse with an unencumbered license. In accordance with NCBON Educational Rule 21 NCAC 36.0318 FACULTY "prior to or within the first three years of employment, have education in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation, appropriate to faculty assignment."PreferredMSN preferred. Teaching experience preferred. Unofficial transcripts must be included with your online application before submission or sent directly to Human Resources immediately after applying. Failure to provide transcripts may result in your application not being fully considered. Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office. Why Join Wilson Community College? At Wilson Community College, we believe in the power of community, education, and excellence. You'll work in a supportive, mission-driven environment that values integrity, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation, state benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Benefits:
LONGEVITY Longevity is a yearly lump-sum payment you receive after working 10 years: Years of Service Longevity Rate Less than 10 0% of Salary 10 but less than 15 1.5% of Salary 15 but less than 20 2.5% of Salary 20 but less than 25 3.25% of Salary 25 or More 4.5% of SalaryFACULTY LEAVE Faculty members do not earn annual leave. Faculty are required to be on campus 30 hours per week which includes teaching, holding office hours, advising, committee work and other events (i.e. registration, professional development and graduation).PERSONAL LEAVE Faculty members earn three (3) personal leave days per fiscal year (7/1-6/30). Personal leave days are not transferable to any other form of leave and are not cumulative. SICK LEAVE You earn 12 days per year (8 hours per month). This leave can accumulate indefinitely. When you retire, available sick hours will convert to creditable service with the Retirement System. HOLIDAYS New Years M.L. King, Jr. Day Good Friday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veteran's Day (may be taken at Winter Break) Thanksgiving (2 days) Winter Break The sum of all paid holidays will not exceed 12 days. Employees may be required to take paid leave or leave without pay for days other than the 12 specified holidays. HEALTH INSURANCE You may join the State Health Plan. There is an employee contribution to the State Health Plan; however, the State pays a portion of the monthly premium as well. Dependents may also be covered. You may elect 70/30 coverage or 80/20 coverage. Upon retirement, coverage may continue; however, it depends on the conditions under which you retire. It should be noted that insurance premiums are expensive, and rates/coverage may change annually. Open enrollment allows for changes to be made to your health coverage, and it is usually conducted in October each year.
