Fundamentals of Nursing -Clinical Instructor

Information:

Jersey College is an institution of higher learning with a vision to be nationally recognized through our dedication to excellence and innovation in nursing education while offering pathways for professional growth. Since our founding, Jersey College has graduated over 9,000 nurses.

Jersey College has positions available in our Nursing Program and is looking for Registered Nurses who have a desire and passion for teaching and will take both pride and ownership in the success of their students.

Position: Fundamentals of Nursing -Clinical Instructor

Essential Functions:

• Providing clinical instruction at long-term care, sub-acute, and acute clinical sites.
• Creating a clinical environment that fosters students academic growth and guides their professional development.
• Preparing student progress reports and grade reports
• Maintaining accurate and timely attendance records
• Evaluating student competence-based on program philosophy and objectives
• Implementing evaluation devices of student learning and clinical experience to measure progress and competency
• Attending faculty meetings
• Maintaining professional qualifications as a Registered Nurse Instructor through participation in continuing education programs, in-service training, and academic courses
• Perform other duties as required by the program director, program dean, or campus administration

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to create and maintain relationships with students and co-workers
• Motivated, self-directed
• Team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow
• Ability to supervise students in the clinical environment
• Ability to deliver an effective lesson on the level of an RN or PN student
• Knowledgeable and experienced in the area of nursing specialty
• Relevant experience as a Registered Nurse that will contribute to student learning

Minimum Qualifications:

• BSN Required; MSN Preferred
• Valid State RN License Required
• Minimum of 3 years recent experience as a Registered Nurse
• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required