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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Nurse Instructor to join our academic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing practice and education, with a passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of nurses. As a Nurse Instructor, you will be responsible for developing and delivering curriculum, assessing student performance, and providing guidance and support to students in both classroom and clinical settings. You will work closely with other faculty members to ensure that our nursing program meets the highest standards of quality and rigor. In addition to teaching, you will be expected to stay current with the latest developments in nursing practice and education, participate in faculty meetings and committees, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our program. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. If you are passionate about nursing and education and want to make a difference in the lives of future nurses, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and deliver nursing curriculum in classroom and clinical settings.
- Assess and evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
- Mentor and support students in their academic and clinical development.
- Stay current with the latest developments in nursing practice and education.
- Participate in faculty meetings and committees.
- Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the nursing program.
- Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborate with other faculty members and healthcare professionals.
- Prepare and grade exams, assignments, and clinical evaluations.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and performance.
- Provide academic advising and career guidance to students.
- Develop and implement innovative teaching strategies.
- Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
- Participate in professional development activities.
- Engage in scholarly activities and research.
- Supervise and evaluate clinical practice experiences.
- Coordinate with clinical sites and preceptors.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Promote the nursing program to prospective students and stakeholders.
- Support the mission and values of the institution.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master's degree in Nursing or related field (Doctorate preferred).
- Current RN license in good standing.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience.
- Previous teaching experience in a nursing program preferred.
- Strong knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Commitment to student success and academic excellence.
- Proficiency in using educational technology and online learning platforms.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and healthcare professionals.
- Experience with curriculum development and assessment.
- Knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards.
- Ability to engage in scholarly activities and research.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to mentor and support students in their academic and clinical development.
- Commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.
- Ability to adapt to changing educational and healthcare environments.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and priorities.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience in clinical nursing practice?
- What motivated you to pursue a career in nursing education?
- How do you stay current with the latest developments in nursing practice and education?
- Can you provide an example of a successful teaching strategy you have implemented?
- How do you create a positive and inclusive learning environment for students?
- What is your approach to assessing and evaluating student performance?
- How do you handle students who are struggling academically or clinically?
- Can you describe your experience with curriculum development and assessment?
- How do you collaborate with other faculty members and healthcare professionals?
- What strategies do you use to engage students in the learning process?
- How do you ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards?
- Can you provide an example of a scholarly activity or research project you have been involved in?
- How do you balance your teaching responsibilities with other professional commitments?
- What do you believe are the most important qualities of an effective nurse instructor?
- How do you support the mission and values of the institution you work for?
- Can you describe a challenging situation you have faced as a nurse instructor and how you handled it?
- How do you incorporate technology into your teaching?
- What is your approach to providing academic advising and career guidance to students?
- How do you foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in your teaching?
- What do you see as the biggest challenges facing nursing education today?
