Faculty-Associate Degree Nursing

Job Summary
The faculty member will teach registered nursing content in the classroom skills/simulation labs and clinical settings while actively participating in program development implementation and evaluation.

Essential Functions
Teaching and Instruction Teach courses and labs with a lecture equivalent hour ( LEH ) load aligned with program requirements; overloads compensated per college policy Communicate clear learning objectives and expectations to students Develop and administer assessments that effectively measure student learning outcomes Maintain a wellmanaged learning environment across all instructional settings Identify atrisk students and implement early interventions to support success Continuously improve instructional quality through evaluation and innovation in teaching methods Recommend appropriate textbooks and instructional materials including open educational resources Maintain accessibility to students via posted office hours Canvas and electronic communication Curriculum and Program Development Develop implement and evaluate nursing curriculum Participate in creating implementing and enforcing program standards and policies Maintain familiarity with Texas Board of Nursing requirements and uphold applicable standards Support accreditation efforts by understanding and contributing to Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing ( ACEN ) standards Stay current with trends in nursing practice and education Student Support and Clinical Supervision Provide academic advising guidance and support to students Supervise students in clinical settings Assist in the orientation of new fulltime and parttime faculty and clinical preceptors Administrative and Institutional Duties Fulfill faculty responsibilities in accordance with Midland College policies and the Employee and Faculty Handbook Maintain accurate academic and program records; submit required documentation on time Serve on departmental divisional and collegewide committees as needed Participate in student recruitment academic advising and official college events (e.g. graduation pinning ceremonies) Professional Development and Service Engage in ongoing professional development related to nursing and education Contribute to college and community initiatives through service and outreach Establish and maintain positive relationships with community and healthcare partners Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands
Ability to remain seated or stationary for extended periods (up to 50% of the time) Occasional movement across campus and to offsite locations including driving Frequent use of a keyboard and manual dexterity for computer work Clear and effective verbal communication for exchanging accurate information Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision and the ability to adjust focus Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds regularly Work occurs in the office classroom clinical and occasional outdoor settings Must be able to walk and stand for supervision in clinical environments Availability to work extended hours and attend college or community events

Required Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing ( MSN ) required. Applicants with a nonnursing masters degree must have a BSN from an accredited program and at least six graduatelevel nursing credit hours relevant to the teaching area Current or eligibility for an unencumbered RN license in the State of Texas At least three years of recent nursing experience or advanced preparation in nursing nursing education or nursing administration Proficient in English with strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy Relevant nursing experience aligned with departmental needs and teaching responsibilities Familiarity with nursingrelated equipment Valid Texas drivers license clean driving record and insurability under Midland Colleges policy

Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate degree in nursing or a related field Collegelevel teaching experience Experience with instructional technology Experience with clinical simulation