Practical Nursing Instructor

HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Job Descriptions

JOB TITLE: Practical Nursing Instructor

REPORTS TO: Practical Nursing Program Chair /Dean of Nursing

DEPARTMENT: Practical Nursing

EXEMPT:

VICE PRESIDENT: Vice President of Instruction Academic Transfer & Health Sciences

GENERAL STATEMENT OF THE FUNCTION

All Hinds Community College employees must commit to the Caring Campus approach to student engagement and daily apply these general behavioral objectives: listen to student questions and concerns with a positive attitude and make meaningful connections with students.

Teach the assigned classes of students according to the overall goals and objectives of the program advancing the students knowledge of the subject matter.

Hours are Monday-Thursday 8:00- 4:30 and Friday 8:00-11:30. Clinical hours are scheduled according to need which could include be evenings. This position requires classroom laboratory and clinical instruction.

Beginning Fall 2026 this position will be located on the Rankin Campus full-time.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

An Associates Degree in Nursing and a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse. Med Surg experience preferred. Must hold an unencumbered registered nurse license to practice in Mississippi. Must satisfy a criminal history background check drug screen and other clinical requirements. Teaching experience preferred. Bachelors Degree in Nursing and/ or Masters Degree with an emphasis in Nursing Education preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Maintain knowledge of diversity-related issues legislation and best practices.

Aptitude

Maintain current professional credentials and certifications as required in respective field.

Cooperate in the execution of the college center division and program policies procedures and guidelines.

Implement teaching strategies that engage learners in active learning.

Demonstrates competence in subject areas assigned by ensuring content is current and objective driven. Utilize technology in teaching in the classroom laboratorysimulation center and clinical setting.

Complete required professional development activities by designated deadlines.

Participate in other professional development activities professional associations presentations publications applied educational research consulting evaluations and similar activities which enhance the individual the health-related profession and the education profession.

Maintain and provide current documentation of all professional requirements (NAH Faculty and Staff Canvas Site: Faculty Professional Requirements).

Attitude

Conduct oneself in a professional manner appropriate to the time place and type of teaching/learning experience.

Consistently follow College policies and procedures.

Consistently follow Nursing and Allied Health procedures and guidelines.

Consistently follow program procedures and guidelines.

Demonstrate fairness in the assessment and evaluation of students.

Collaborate with others to improve educational experiences.

Accept responsibility for personal behaviors and actions.

Respond to feedback in a receptive manner and incorporate feedback in developing annual goals.

Demonstrate a caring attitude towards faculty staff and students.

Participate in student/faculty and faculty/administrator evaluations and performance review conferences.

Develop a personal and professional improvement plan in areas identified as a result of evaluations.

Maintain professional boundaries with students in all interactions.

Willingly serve on College Center division and program committees as appointed.

Demonstrate active engagement by participating in program assessment and evaluation including College annual planning activities and state and/or national accreditation activities.

Demonstrate an openness to student questions and ideas by listening to students concerns/ questions and provides positive comments or explanations.

Attendance

Work a minimum of 35 hours each week (including campus and clinical assignments) during each contracted semester.

Meet all assigned classes lab simulation and clinical assignments.

Arrive on time and stay for assigned length of time for all duty days.

Notify immediate supervisor in a timely manner of any unplanned tardiness or absence.

Submit to program chairperson an accurate record of attendance by designated deadlines.

Request scheduled time off prior to an absence unless there is an emergency.

Attend general faculty center program and committee meetings.

Attend required professional development activities.

Attention

Set aside sufficient time for student conferences guidance and tutorial assistance (Minimum of six (6) hours per week required). Check College e-mail daily during the work week and respond in a timely manner. Provide feedback to students in a timely manner.

Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Submit documentation required by College or Program by published deadlines.

Follow program chain of command to communicate issue or concerns utilizing College Policy Procedure and Personnel Manual (refer to : College Manuals).

Appearance

Present a personal appearance in keeping with established Hinds Community College Dress Code (refer to : College Manuals).

Follow program dress code requirements.

Follow clinical agency dress code requirements as identified by clinical agency guidelines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hand to finger handle or feel objects tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand walk sit taste and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit.

The employee is occasionally required to stoop kneel crouch or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the employee is occasionally required to perform job responsibilities in the outdoors and off site.

We promote a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects individual strengths ideas and capabilities. We believe that our differences enable us to make better decisions drive innovation and deliver better results.

Mission

Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose passion and profession.

Vision

Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Values

Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALS:

• Integrity
• Diversity
• Excellence
• Accountability
• Leadership
• Stewardship

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX Education Amendments of 1972 of the Higher Education Act Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other applicable Federal and State Acts Hinds Community College offers equal education and employment opportunities and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin religion sex age disability or veteran status in its educational programs and activities. We recognize our responsibility to provide an open and welcoming environment that fosters a culture of diversity equity and inclusion for employees and students to collaboratively learn work and serve our communities.

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these policies:

EEOC Compliance: Office of Human Resources

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: .

Title IX: Vice President Student Services Title IX Coordinator

Box 1100 Raymond MS 39154; Phone: or Email: .