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Form of workJOB TITLE:
Adjunct Instructor, Nurse Aide
DEPARTMENT:
Nursing, Lincoln County Campus, Libby, Montana
STATUS:
This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course by course contract basis
PAY RANGE:
Pay is determined by the number and types of credits taught
FLSA:
Exempt
SUMMARY
The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for teaching nursing assistant courses. This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course by course contract basis. Courses may include alternative delivery methods; day, evening, or weekend times.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Adjunct Instructor, Nurse Aide
DEPARTMENT:
Nursing, Lincoln County Campus, Libby, Montana
STATUS:
This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course by course contract basis
PAY RANGE:
Pay is determined by the number and types of credits taught
FLSA:
Exempt
SUMMARY
The Adjunct Instructor is responsible for teaching nursing assistant courses. This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course by course contract basis. Courses may include alternative delivery methods; day, evening, or weekend times.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner in classroom, lab, and clinical settings for successful student learning outcomes
- Provides guidance and direction necessary to allow students to achieve pre-established course objectives and be prepared to take the Montana State Nurse Assistant certification exam.
- Acts as an advocate of the philosophy and policies of the College both in and out of the classroom/clinical.
- Fosters positive student and community relations
- Works with the Nursing Program Director to maintain the program’s compliance with the Montana Department of Health and Human Services, which includes:
- Developing and conducting the nursing assistant courses
- Developing and revising of nursing assistant curriculum
- Ability to demonstrate required skills to students
- Planning, implementing and evaluating learning experiences
- Participating in student advising for nursing assistant students
- Providing for student and peer evaluations of teaching effectiveness
- Assisting in collecting data for program evaluation and expansion
- Maintaining continuing professional development in area of academic responsibility
- Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements
- Integrates subject area with other related curricula
- Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies
- Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process.
- Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment
- Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed
- Performs other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Montana Department of Health and Human Services and FVCC minimum qualifications:
Montana Department of Health and Human Services and FVCC minimum qualifications:
- Minimum of an Associate Degree in Nursing; AND
- A current unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Montana; AND
- Two years of experience in registered nursing practice and one year experience in Long Term Care; AND
- Have preparation for teaching in respective area of responsibility; AND
- Have experience and expertise in areas of assigned clinical responsibilities
- Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification ( must be kept current throughout employment)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous teaching experience in classroom, lab and clinical
- Work experience in simulations
- Courses in teaching methods, testing and evaluation
- State of Montana approved Nurse Assistant Instructor
- Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary or higher education environment
- Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to effectively teach content material
- Ability and willingness to provide quality customer service;
- Effective organizational and leadership skills;
- Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment
- Ability to travel within Flathead County and Montana when necessary
- Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community
- Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
- Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships
- Ability to follow and issue instructions
- Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
- Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at www.fvcc.edu/jobs; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration.
Additionally, applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application (NOTE: FVCC's applicant tracking system will time-out after 45 minutes of inactivity. Please have your documents ready to upload before you click the Apply button.) :
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at www.fvcc.edu/jobs; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration.
Additionally, applicants are required to submit the following documents by uploading them to the online application (NOTE: FVCC's applicant tracking system will time-out after 45 minutes of inactivity. Please have your documents ready to upload before you click the Apply button.) :
- Letter of application indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications and detail your work experience as it relates to the position's Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, AND
- A current, comprehensive resume, AND
- Unofficial transcripts for ALL degrees held - if more than one transcript, combine and upload as one document. (As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will submit official transcripts for all degrees held to FVCC HR before hiring. Only transcripts from accredited institutions will be accepted.), AND
- Other - Copy of RN License
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION: FVCC is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action organization. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.
EMPLOYMENT SPONSORSHIP: FVCC is not able to sponsor individuals seeking employment. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION, REFERENCE CHECKS, AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.
FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at: https://www.fvcc.edu/about-fvcc/board-of-trustees/fvcc-board-policy
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT: Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement. I understand that applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to Jobs@fvcc.edu. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.
WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION: Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, I understand my employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
EEO/AA
EMPLOYMENT SPONSORSHIP: FVCC is not able to sponsor individuals seeking employment. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION, REFERENCE CHECKS, AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.
FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at: https://www.fvcc.edu/about-fvcc/board-of-trustees/fvcc-board-policy
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT: Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement. I understand that applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to Jobs@fvcc.edu. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.
WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION: Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, I understand my employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.
EEO/AA
