Instructor, Nursing

Western Nevada College•Carson City, NV

12h

About The Position

Academic Faculty Contract, 171-day, Benefits Eligible. The position is being filled through an emergency appointment. Appointment to the role on a permanent basis is contingent upon meeting additional recruitment requirements WNC Faculty should anticipate being assigned to teach one or more classes at any of the WNC campuses or rural centers, and to teach via distance learning however preference will be given to candidates residing in Fallon primarily. This position is subject to a background check.

Requirements

A minimum of a Master‘s degree in nursing (MSN) from a regionally accredited college or university; AND a minimum of four years of clinical experiences in an acute care setting. A combination of academic teaching and clinic practice experience may be substituted for the years of experience requirement, OR A Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited college or university and current enrollment in a Master's of Nursing (MSN) program from a regionally accredited college or university with demonstration of satisfactory academic progress; AND a minimum of six years of clinical experience in an acute care setting. A combination of academic teaching and clinic practice experience may be substituted for the years of experience requirement.
NOTE: Employment for candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree (BSN) is contingent on approval by the Nevada Board of Nursing. Approval will be sought by Western Nevada College
Competency in current medical/surgical nursing practice required.
Current licensure as a registered nurse in Nevada or eligibility for such licensure
Resume
Unofficial Transcripts
Contact information for three professional references

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with additional competencies in pediatric, maternal child and/or simulation experience;
College classroom and/or clinical teaching, curriculum development, instructional design, and laboratory simulation and supervision

Responsibilities

Assume a leadership role in the delivery of the medical/surgical nursing curriculum in the classroom, laboratory and clinical environments
Collaborate with other nursing faculty in the instruction of medical/surgical and other related nursing content
Prepare and present lecture/discussion and laboratory learning experiences which incorporate active and alternative teaching methodologies
Participate in traditional and/or non-traditional classroom/laboratory settings and web-based courses as assigned; work with current faculty to utilize simulation learning and evaluation activities
Perform at a level that reflects scholarship and evidence-based teaching and clinical practices
Correct assignments, quizzes, examinations and care plans in a timely manner, using the agreed-upon grading policy
Educate and supervise students in laboratory and clinical settings (days, evenings, nights and weekends) in Carson City, Reno, and rural sites as assigned
Participate in nursing faculty committee meetings, college-wide/departmental meetings and professional development activities
Complete tasks in a timely manner and be self-directed after initial orientation to assignments
Maintain professional performance that reflects scholarship and evidence-based teaching and clinical practices
Participate in community service activities
Participate in program review and academic program assessment
Perform all responsibilities set forth in Board of Regents Handbook. Title 2, Chapter 4, Section 4.4.2., Standards for Recommending Appointment with Tenure
Perform safely in a latex environment
Participate in maintaining an environment of civility and non-discrimination
Comply with published college and program policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Retirement – NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) All faculty and professional staff working at least half-time equivalent must participate in the NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA) as a condition of employment. The current contribution rate is 19.25%. Your contribution is matched by the College at 19.25%. Your contributions are made by pre-tax salary reduction and you are 100% vested from your first day. You choose how to invest your own and NSHE’s contributions. The plan administrator provides dedicated financial consultants that are available to assist you in your investment deliberations. NSHE provides participants with a three-tiered investment line-up that provides investment options for everyone, from the less engaged investor to the investor who prefers to more actively manage their retirement savings. The tiered structure provides a simplified investment selection process, allowing you to make your decision based on your investment expertise and comfort level. See Your Retirement Benefits for additional information. Faculty and staff who have previously participated in the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) may be required to continue participation in PERS. The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) does not participate in the federal Social Security System but does contribute to the federal Medicare program. This means that while you are employed by NSHE neither you nor NSHE contribute to Social Security and you do not earn a Social Security benefit.
Beautiful campus located along numerous biking and walking trails
Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)
Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program
Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays - Faculty Benefits
The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership WNC Fitness Center
ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff
Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System
Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more – Voluntary Benefits
An academic faculty senate represents full-time, academic faculty
Free parking and plenty of it!
No State income tax!
Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family Members WNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester. More information can be found in the Board of Regents Handbook