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Title: Practical Nursing Adjunct Instructor

Employee Classification: Part-Time Adjunct

Institution: TCAT-Knoxville

Department: Practical Nursing

Campus Location: TCAT Knoxville - Union County

Job Summary

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville is accepting applications for the Practical Nursing Adjunct Instructor position to work in the evening program at the TCAT Knoxville – Union County Campus.

The purpose of this position is to provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom, laboratories, and clinical.

This is a part-time adjunct position working fewer than 30 hours per week, with instruction delivered in the evenings. Days, hours, and instructional assignments are scheduled based on program and student needs and may vary by term. Travel to clinical sites and other TCAT Knoxville campuses may be required.

PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM
The Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. Graduates will obtain a diploma in Practical Nursing and may then be eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN), used to obtain nursing licensure in Tennessee.

Practical Nursing is entry-level nursing. Graduates are prepared with the background and skills to give knowledgeable, basic nursing care to patients with varying degrees of physical needs. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) work under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors. Positions are available in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians’ offices, home health agencies, and various other healthcare settings.

Job Duties

• Instruction & Student Learning • Teach and supervise nursing students in classroom and clinical settings. • Evaluate and advise students. • Maintain and complete required reports. • Participate in the development of the program. • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or administration. - (Essential)
• Program & Clinical Support • Follow current, approved course syllabi and deliver instruction aligned with program competencies. • Support positive, professional relationships with assigned clinical sites and meet their requirements for student supervision. • Assist with student recruitment and promotion of the program within the community as requested. - (Essential)
• Compliance & Professional Development • Communicate professionally, tactfully, and courteously with students, colleagues, clinical partners, and the general public. • Conduct all activities in accordance with FERPA, applicable laws, TBR policies, and COE accreditation standards. • Remain current in the healthcare field and in instructional methods, and attend required in-service and professional development activities. • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or administration. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school with an active license in Tennessee as a Registered Nurse (RN); minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an RN within the last five (5) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Prior teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication and computer skills.
• Evidence of ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Environment: Work is performed in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings at the TCAT Knoxville – Union County campus, and may include off-site clinical locations and travel to other TCAT Knoxville campuses. This position works fewer than 30 hours per week.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in classroom, laboratory, and clinical healthcare settings; to stand or sit for prolonged periods; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 30 lbs.; to move about in order to demonstrate procedures and assist students; and to effectively communicate to exchange information.

This position’s rate of pay is $35.00 per hour, in accordance with Tennessee Board of Regents guidelines. This is a part-time position working fewer than 30 hours per week.

To be considered for a position at TCAT Knoxville, you must create and submit an online application that includes uploads of your required documents. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using what is recorded on your application. Please be sure to include the complete beginning and end dates under your employment history. Scan and attach the required documents to the online application in Word or PDF format. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Resume
• Educational transcripts/diploma
• Industry licensure and/or certifications

Applications will remain open until the position is filled.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check; a background check and drug screening may be required as a condition of placement at clinical sites.