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Santa Monica College

Location: Santa MonicaCA 90405 Document ID: AC433-4N79 Posted on: 2019-03-0103/01/2019 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2019-03-31
 

FT/Tenure Track Instructor - Nursing (Pediatrics/Medical-Surgical)

Job Duties

  • Teach in an associate degree nursing program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN);
  • Teach nursing theory/lecture, clinical, and skills laboratory in pediatric and medical-surgical nursing incorporating skills such as critical thinking;
  • Willingness to remediate;
  • Function in a manner consistent with the department's standards, unifying curricular concepts, approved course outlines, and plan of instruction; evaluate the effectiveness of teaching/learning using evidence-based standards;
  • Incorporate innovative teaching strategies; participate in curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation; participate in developing policies and procedures;
  • Coordinate student learning experiences; contribute to systematic program evaluation reports and self-studies, participate in all ongoing departmental and institutional activities;
  • Utilize simulation as a teaching methodology;
  • Incorporate on-line teaching methodologies;
  • Collaborate and work with peers in creating and sustaining a supportive learning environment; demonstrate commitment to excellence in nursing education by continual professional development and scholarly activities; and, adhere to California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) regulations;
  • Must meet the health care requirements of the clinical facilities including but not limited to current immunizations, background check, and drug testing;
  • Strong clinical and classroom teaching skills in medical-surgical, pediatric, and geriatric nursing;
  • Hands on clinical experience within the past 5 years and be approved by the BRN;
  • Maintain office hours;
  • Participate in staff development programs, and college, departmental, and faculty organization activities.

Schedule may include day, evening, night and weekend classes, and/or short-term classes.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Master's in nursing
OR
  • Bachelor's in nursing AND
    • Master's in Health Education or Health Science OR
    • the equivalent* OR
    • the minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher
OR
  • possession of an appropriate valid California Community College Credential authorizing service in the specified subject area(s).


Preferred Qualifications

  • Possession of a license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of California; Master's in nursing as required by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN);
  • Completion of a course in teaching techniques/methods offered at an accredited institution;
  • Experience as a registered nurse within the last five years, with at least two years providing direct patient care in a medical-surgical setting;
  • Full-time teaching experience in nursing education;
  • Knowledge of test construction and evaluation measures;
  • Knowledge of curriculum development, contemporary nursing practice, and national health care standards.


Additional Information

FT Faculty Application Requirements
A standard application consists of the following:
  • Online District Application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Transcript
  • Two (2) Confidential Letters of Recommendation

* Additional, job-specific items may be required. Please refer to the job posting for specific details.
PLEASE NOTE: THE E-MAILS TO YOUR REFERENCE WRITERS REQUESTING CONFIDENTIAL LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION ARE NOT GENERATED UNTIL THE APPLICATION IS COMPLETE. YOU MUST FINISH YOUR APPLICATION AND CLICK SUBMIT FOR THE E-MAILS TO GO OUT. PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND AND ALLOW ENOUGH TIME FOR YOUR REFERENCE WRITERS TO RECEIVE THE REQUEST AND SUBMIT THE LETTERS PRIOR TO THE RECRUITMENT DEADLINE.

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all application materials, including the letters of recommendation, are received prior to the recruitment deadline.

Pay Philosophy
Starting salaries for FT Faculty are based on a combination of experience and educational achievement. Initial placement is within the starting salary range. Further advancements are based on longevity and educational growth.

Diversity Statement
Candidates should show evidence of sensitivity to, and understanding of, the socioeconomic, academic, cultural and ethnic diversity within the college student population, including students with physical and/or learning disabilities, as these factors relate to differences in learning styles.

Ideal candidates will have recent experience working with African American, Latinx, Native American and other racially minoritized students in the classroom, and a willingness to use culturally responsive instructional practices.

Candidates should also demonstrate sensitivity to issues of diversity and have the ability to motivate and teach community college students of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, sexual orientations, genders, cultures and learning styles, as well as students with disabilities or varied levels of academic preparation.

Equity Statement
Santa Monica College encourages candidates that are equity-minded to apply. SMC is a minority-serving, Hispanic-serving institution. We actively seek to attract candidates from minority groups that value equity, diversity and inclusion. Equity, diversity and inclusion are built into the culture at SMC and are an essential component of the work that we do. SMC is committed to racial and socioeconomic diversity as it is a reflection of our student population and we strive to hire candidates that share this commitment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Disclosure
The Santa Monica Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants for employment, as well as District employees, shall have full and equal access to employment opportunity. No person shall be subjected to unlawful discrimination in any program or activity of the District. The District's Board Policy 3420 (Equal Employment Opportunity) may be accessed at: http://www.smc.edu/ACG/Documents/Board_Policy_Manual/Updated%20Board%20Policies%202017/Board%20Policy%20Chapter%203.pdf

Equivalency Statement
The Santa Monica Community College District, in its desire to select outstanding faculty members from the largest possible pool of qualified applicants, recognizes the fact that candidates may attain expertise in a discipline through a variety of means. Certain combinations of education, experience and other accomplishments in the field may be judged by the District as equal to the stated minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates who feel they possess such equivalent qualifications are encouraged to apply and provide appropriate documentation of their qualifications. For further details regarding equivalency criteria, please download the Equivalency Application Statement Form available at https://jobs.smc.edu/applicants/static/customers/655/EquivalencyStatementPDF.pdf

Conditions of Employment
Appointment is subject to verification of official transcripts, current or previous employment, tuberculosis and fingerprint clearance. Selected candidate must provide identification and work authorization.
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