WSU Tech Hiring for Short Term Health Faculty ~ Nursing Division at Wichita, KS Full Time

Company: WSU Tech

Hours per Week: 40

Employment Term: Regular

Employment Type: Full Time

Required Education: Associate Degree

Required Experience: 2 to 4 years

Description

Taking care of others is what you do, who you are & so you made it the job for you in nursing. Let us take care of you as a cherished member of the team! As a part of the vital healthcare team with a growing college, you will be able to impact not just patients but those students learning in the field. This is a fresh opportunity for you to be involved in the classroom as well as in the clinical settings, have more control over your schedule & have the time to spend with your family! Hoping to hear from those dedicated professionals who know how to hit the ground running & eager to teach others the secrets of the trade. Apply today so we can start taking care of you & your family!

Compensation: $52,000 annually
Worksite Location: South Campus & Clinical Sites

WSU Tech Benefits (Varies):

• Paid Holidays: 15 – 18 paid holidays
• PTO: Earn 18 – 28 days annually
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• KPERs

Overview / Job Summary:
This position is a Full-time Exempt level position, as defined by policy to mean working a minimum of 40 hours per week. The primary responsibility of an instructor is to provide the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities. The instructor is responsible for performing the duties in the assigned instructional modality (hybrid, online or face to face) during the day, evening, or weekend on any WSU Tech) campus/off-campus/on-line location. At a minimum, the related activities include instruction, instructional counseling, academic planning, serving on various committees, recruiting, participating in local, state, regional, and national professional activities and organizations as needed. An instructor performs all duties as directed by the Program Director, Associate Dean, Dean, Academic Vice President, or the President.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:
 

• Keeps students informed and updated concerning course content, requirements, evaluation procedures and attendance requirements.
• Maintains accurate and complete scholastic records, including but not limited to course messaging in the LMS, grades, census rosters and attendance records.
• Develops, revises, and/or recommends curriculum and changes, as needed, which meet the objectives of the course/program and improve student learning.
• Fully participates in, utilizes, and submits when due program review information, assessment data, and course/college evaluations.
• Develops, and maintains a positive relationship with program Industry Advocate Teams (IAT) members.  Recruits new members to serve on IAT committees.

The instructor’s role encompasses various responsibilities, including assessing student progress in achieving course outcomes, holding regular office hours for student consultation, and overseeing classroom and laboratory activities to ensure a safe learning environment. Furthermore, the instructor is responsible for aligning programs and classes with WSU Tech Course Standards, using effective teaching methods, and adhering to approved course syllabi.

Education:

• RN’s must have Associates/Advanced degree, required OR LPN’s must have Technical Cert, required.

Required/Preferred Experience & Skills:

• Minimum two years clinical experience, required.
  • LPN must have one-year LTC, required.
  • RN one-year LTC, preferred
• Has and maintains a current Kansas nursing license LPN/RN, required.
• Current American Heart Association or RedCross CPR certification and maintained, required.
• Yearly TB test and other immunizations or physical examinations as required by clinical sites, obtained at own expense.
• Previous teaching or training experience in adult education preferred, with pre-planning course work.

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent verbal & written communication and interpersonal skills – must be able to work with students, technical and administrative personnel in a pleasant, professional, and efficient manner.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills where you can work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to quickly learn & use personal computer and various software programs utilized daily in a teaching environment, strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Comfortable with course delivery method being hybrid as needed.

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.