Adjunct Nursing Instructor

# About Us

Centralia College is on a 30-acre campus of modern buildings set among walking paths, lawns, and native plantings just a few blocks from the heart of Centralia, Washington. The college has served students in the Lewis County region since 1925 and is the oldest continuously operating community college in Washington State. The city of Centralia is a historic railroad and river shipping hub with a vibrant downtown and railway station.

As a comprehensive community college, Centralia College offers academic transfer and workforce programs, as well as adult basic education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and personal enrichment classes. The college also offers five Bachelor of Applied Science degrees.

In addition to the main campus in Centralia, Centralia College East in Morton is a smaller site that serves the needs of students in east Lewis County. Centralia College is committed to the success of all students, and thus also provides educational programs at two corrections centers in southwest Washington and one juvenile facility. In total, the college serves more than 4,800 students annually. For nearly 100 years, several generations of Lewis County residents have looked to Centralia College for their education and training needs.

Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and enhancing and supporting our diverse community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. We encourage applicants with demonstrated experience collaborating with, and serving, people from a wide range of backgrounds.

For more information on Centralia College and the Centralia area, call 360-736-9391 or visit www.centralia.edu.

# Job Description

Centralia College is committed to student success, academic excellence, and supporting our community in an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Centralia College is seeking an adjunct professor to teach in the Registered Nursing (RN) program. The program is designed to prepare men and women to provide nursing care in a variety of healthcare settings. In addition to preparing a student to obtain licensure and compete for employment as a RN, the AAS-T RN degree provides science and general education courses appropriate for students planning a future transfer directly into selected Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) programs.

# Duties and Responsibilities

Nursing faculty report to the Vice President of Instruction, but function under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing.

## RESPONSIBILITIES According to WAC 246-840-523, Nursing faculty shall be responsible for:

• Support full time faculty help students achieve outcomes of the nursing education program within a clinical environment.
• Implement and evaluate curriculum designed for the clinical environment.
• Evaluating student achievement, in terms of curricular objectives as related to both nursing knowledge and practice, including preceptorship or mentored experiences.
• Selecting, guiding, and evaluating student learning activities.
• Participating in activities to improve their own nursing competency in area(s) of responsibility and to demonstrate current clinical competency.
• Supporting clinical expertise for student practice experiences in clinical facilities or clinical practice settings, which address safety and the need for students to achieve the program outcomes and course objectives.

## OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain an environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
• Support and implement academic policies and procedures, curriculum and evaluation, and long-term program goals.
• Participate in Nursing Department Advisory Committee meetings, communications, and activities.
• Maintain a clinical schedule that may be outside the parameters of an 8am-5pm schedule.

# Qualifications

• Possess an unencumbered Washington State RN license.
• A bachelors degree in nursing from an accredited college or university that is accredited by a nursing education accreditation body who is recognized by the United States Department of Education.
• Applicant encouraged to obtain a graduate degree within two (2) years of hire.
• Minimum of one-year related work experience as an RN.

# Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in nursing education.
• Teaching experience in other healthcare classes.
• Trainer certification for BLS, EMT, or other related field.
• Experience advising students.
• Participation in professional activities and practice.
• Demonstrated ability to serve the needs of students who represent a broad spectrum of ages, abilities, ethnicity, education and cultural backgrounds.
• Current clinical nursing practice.
• Specialty care experience in OB/Peds and Medical/Surgical.
• Experience in Acute Medical and/or Surgical Care, Community Health, or Mental Health experience.
• Graduate degree completed or in process.
• PHD or DNP completed or in process.

# Conditions of Employment

Adjunct employment is ongoing and filled based on need. Applications will be screened as they are received.

For further information please contact: Jenny Higgins, MSN, RN Director, Nursing Program Centralia College jenny.higgins@centralia.edu 360-623-8631 (office)

# COMPENSATION

Current lecture/lab rates ($992.48 - $1,443.44 per credit)

# APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates may apply by submitting the following items:

• Online Application
• A cover letter that addresses:
• Your interest in the position.
• How you meet the qualifications--as well as any preferred qualifications.
• Your ability to perform the responsibilities described in this announcement.
• Your availability to teach face-to-face courses on our Centralia campus.
• Detailed CV or résumé of all relevant educational and professional experience.

# Eligibility to Work

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Centralia College is unable to extend post-completion optional practical training (OPT) to F-1 students who receive STEM degrees.

# Background Check

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.

# EEO Statement

Centralia College has a strong institutional commitment to the principles of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we strongly urge all qualified applicants, including people of color, persons of disability, women, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans, to apply. Centralia College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

It is the policy of Centralia College to ensure equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age (over 40), religion, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. Centralia College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs or activities.

Designated Title II, VI, VII, IX, Section 504, ADA compliance officer: Vice President for Human Resources and Equity, Hanson Hall Room 101, Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd, Centralia WA 98531-4099, (360)623-8943.

The Human Resources Office is accessible for persons with disabilities. Those who need disability accommodation in the application/employment process, please call (360)623-8943.

# Jeanne Clery Statement

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# Title IX Statement

Centralia College is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information visit, Title IX.