NURSE INSTRUCTOR

Position Details Job Code #: JC-534517 Position #(s): 455-547-8154-004 Working Title: NURSE INSTRUCTOR - SCHOOL OF PSYCHIATRIC TECHNOLOGY Classification: NURSE INSTRUCTOR $9,476.00 - $11,864.00 T New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: San Luis Obispo County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Facility: DSH - Atascadero Job Description And Duties The Permanent/Full Time Nurse Instructor - School of Psychiatric Technology (SOPT) will be directed by the Supervising Registered Nurse (SOPT Program Director) in the Psychiatric Technician Program at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to: Accurately instruct adult learners in professional nursing principles and techniques in planning, organizing, and conducting educational courses in Psychiatric Nursing, Developmental Disabilities and Nursing Science Supervise clinical training of Psych Tech students and assist them to meet clinical objectives Heavy lifting up to 30 pounds when required Communicate effectively Possess classroom management skills Possess knowledge of medications and medication medical/psychiatric administration terminology Participate in the evaluation and development of educational programs and policy Evaluate progress and performance of students Tutor and counsel as neededAn instructor in a BVNPT approved Psychiatric Technician Training Program shall have had or be currently attending a course in teaching (Adult Learner's Certificate course)** Eligibility: To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must have eligibility by way of one of the following: reachable on an certification list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. It is your responsibility to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications specified in the examination bulletin/classification specifications. If you do not have eligibility, you must take the exam. The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Click here to take the Nurse Instructor Exam Click on the link to complete the Department of State Hospitals Recruitment Survey: DSH Recruitment Survey You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement . Department Information The Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce. Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero