PT Associate Faculty - Didactic Nursing and Allied Health

Position Summary Position Summary: The Associate Faculty in Nursing and Allied Health is responsible for providing an invaluable service to the College and our students by providing instruction of nutrition, medical terminology, nursing, allied health and related courses for majors and non-majors district-wide. Instruction is provided via a variety of media, including face-to-face courses, blended learning, and online throughout Cochise County and our entire services area. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time. Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees. Compensation: $859 per equated credit Duties and Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position: Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom, laboratory, or in an online environment Develops, prepares and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses and plans for students' educational and social needs Collaborates with other faculty and staff in assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvement Maintains student records, statistics, and/or other pertinent information as required by the college and the department Resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the appropriate Department Chair, Dean, or other College official Performs other related duties as assigned General Expectations:Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position. Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Education and Experience Requirements: Master's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education Arizona Registered Nurse Licensure Current CPR and First Aid Certification Five years of experience as a Registered Nurse An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered Requires ongoing professional development to include: Maintaining an awareness of new instructional technology and advances in teaching and learning Acquiring new skills for enhancing and developing instructional programs Participating in assessment and evaluation processes Attending and participating in professional development activities Participating in College service as assigned and/or determined in consultation with instructional manager Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures Knowledge of current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications Knowledge of research-based adult learning principles Knowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting education Knowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and instructional approaches Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students' needs and progress Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relateto others in a professional, helpful manner Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment Ability to analyze problems, identifies solutions, and takes appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public Work Environment & Physical Requirements Work Environment:Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a typical classroom or laboratory setting with appropriate climate controls. Includes possible exposure to mechanical and chemical hazards. Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, fine and large motor skills, ability to communicate. May require travel, working evenings and weekends. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important Reports to:Dean of Nursing and Allied Health or Director of Nursing