Practical Nursing Instructor

Practical Nursing InstructorJoin Savannah Technical College, where your career can make a difference! As a leading provider of technical education and workforce development in Coastal Georgia, Savannah Tech is dedicated to transforming lives, expanding opportunities, and preparing tomorrow's workforce. Serving Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, and Liberty counties, our faculty and staff play a vital role in supporting student success and strengthening our communities. Whether you're an experienced educator, industry professional, or administrative specialist, there's a place for your talents at Savannah Tech. Make a splash in your career. Become our next Otter!Position: Practical Nursing Instructor - Savannah CampusSavannah Technical College is seeking a 12-month full-time faculty position for the Practical Nursing program on the Savannah Campus. The individual will report to the Department Head for Practical Nursing and will be responsible for program duties at the Savannah campus including teaching evening courses and clinical rotations within Savannah Technical College's service area.The Practical Nursing Instructor will be responsible for the following duties:Develop, manage, and teach classes, delivering instruction both individually and as a member of a team;Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for practical nursing occupational courses;Develop and coordinate curriculum; conduct assessments of all courses taught in the department as requested;Evaluate effectiveness of courses through student data, graduate surveys, and employer surveys;Develop yearly practical nursing budget;Complete reports and requests for information from internal and external departments and agencies;Ensure compliance with Georgia Board of Nursing standards, rules regulations, and expectations;Lead and coordinate practical nursing advisory committee for the department;Participate in College committees and meetings;Collaborate with colleagues on common curriculum areas;Instructing students, developing program syllabi, goals, and objectives;Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts;Managing adjunct faculty teaching schedules;Order and maintain equipment and supplies;Advise and register health sciences students;Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by attending staff development training, workshops, seminars and conferences;Follow policies/procedures of Savannah Technical College, to include standards for student-faculty professional relationships/interaction;Must adhere to ANA standards of practice;Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited, post-secondary institution.Current, unencumbered Georgia RN License in good standing.Three (3) years of practice as a licensed registered nurse within the preceding seven (7) years.Must possess strong clinical skills.Proficient in the use of MS Office, Word and Excel; Banner proficiency preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Must possess valid driver's license and proof of insurability.Flexible to teach day or evening classes and 12-hour clinical rotations on weekdays and/or weekends including nights at any clinical facility in the college's service area.Preferred QualificationsMaster's Degree preferred.Must meet the Essential Standards of Nursing Practice.Experience utilizing a Learning Management System (LMS); experience with the Blackboard LMS platform preferred.Experience in the development, administration, and evaluation of academic programs, to include curriculum development, instructional methodology, planning, evaluation, budgeting, supervision, and management.Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.Physical DemandsTeaching responsibilities are typically performed in a classroom/lab environment with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling for three (3) – four (4) continuous hours at a time. The employee frequently lifts/carries objects that weigh 10lbs. or less. Clinical responsibilities are typically performed in a hospital, long term care facility, or other medical facilities and require that the employee stand/or walk for seven (7) – eight (8) hours: bend, twist, push/and or pull for three (3) – four (4) hours; and occasionally lift 50lbs. to 75lbs. per rotation. The exposure to infectious diseases, gas, or fumes is possible during clinical rotations.Salary/BenefitsSalary is commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Benefits package.Application DeadlinePosition considered open until filled. Candidates must pass a criminal background check. Applicants must submit an electronic application through Team Georgia Careers, and attach cover letter and resume (incomplete submissions will not be considered). Please include your annual salary for each position held.Note: No phone inquiries please. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to personally contact each applicant. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Savannah Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Invitation to Self-Identify For compliance activities, contact April Leavy, View email address on click.appcast.io, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Room A110 or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Send written correspondence to Savannah Technical College, Attn: April Leavy, 5717 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA 31405. STC is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Candidates may be required to submit a valid Driver's License, proof of insurability, and/or a driver's history report for positions involving state travel.Minimum Qualifications:Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assignedEqual Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.