Adjunct Faculty - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Rock Springs & Evanston)

Posting Details

Position Summary Information


Posting Number
P2130


Job Title
Adjunct Faculty - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Rock Springs & Evanston)


Students Only
No


Job Description Summary

SUMMARY:

The primary responsibility of this individual is to provide quality instruction to Western students enrolled in a variety of classes. Teaching a course over distance education medium, such as Internet is also a common expectation. This individual must be able to relate to a wide variety of students in the community college environment. This individual's responsibilities include teaching courses in the Nursing Assistant Program. Travel may be required.

It is expected that this individual will accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective, competent manner and strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, this individual must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with college personnel and the public. This individual will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This listing of essential duties and responsibilities is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Provides quality classroom, lab and clinical instruction to students in assigned courses.
2. Provides quality learning experiences for all students in accordance with their needs and abilities while maintaining the basic integrity of the course's standards and objectives.
3. Utilizes syllabi, evaluation tools, and other course materials provided by Nursing Assistant Program to meet program and Western standards.
4. Teaches courses in a variety of environments and modes as required. Examples include teaching in the evening, teaching in the clinical setting, teaching using active learning strategies and teaching using internet or distance technology.
5. Develops good working relationships with professionals in this discipline in the College's service area in order to solicit cooperation and support for curricular planning and other functions.
6. Works with clinical agencies to ensure students meet clinical requirement as outlined in memorandum of understanding for clinical site attendance.
7. Learns to communicate clearly and effectively using the college network system, including the e-mail and calendar system, the intranet, Learning Management System, Health Center 21 and word processing; integrates learning with technology into the classroom as appropriate.
8. Refers students to the resources the College provides.
9. Maintains an inventory of all assigned equipment and supplies in assigned areas; takes prudent efforts to safeguard Western physical resources from unauthorized use. Maintains safe working conditions and practices.
10. Submits syllabi, student evaluations, grades, end of the year evaluation forms, and other required information in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities)

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with an associate degree in nursing or higher
2. Licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Wyoming.
3. Four years in the field of nursing as a Registered Nurse.
4. One year of experience in long term care.
5. Must pass Train the Trainer class through Wyoming Department of Health after hire.
6. Must be current in Health care provider CPR and vaccinations and be willing to comply to any additional agency requirements.
7. Comprehensive knowledge of the concepts, technologies, principles and practices of nursing.

Equivalency Statement

For those who do not exactly meet all the minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education and experience, which has provided comparable knowledge and abilities, may be acceptable.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Abilities, Education and Experience)

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Nursing
2. Licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Wyoming.
3. Two years of experiences in the field of nursing as a Registered Nurse
4. One year of experience in Long Term Care.
5. Experience using active approaches to learning; experience using alternative methods of learning, such as interactive software, Internet, or individualized modular programs.
6. Work experience in the clinical practice of nursing within the past five years.

Open Date
03/28/2025


Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants


This position is available for both Rock Springs and Evanston.

Unofficial transcripts are accepted for application purposes. Official transcripts are required as a condition of employment.

Estimated Salary
$940/credit hour


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