Nurse Instructor

About the Role

Unitek Learning is seeking Per Diem Clinical/Skills Lab Faculty to join our team in partnership with our Workforce Development Partner, Trinity Health. This role provides Skills Lab and/or Clinical site education to students enrolled at the assigned Workforce Development Program site. Availability is needed for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with hours varying based on clinical rotation and/or skills lab course schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide education in the skills lab and/or clinical setting aligned with established curriculum and faculty expertise (clinical rotations may include days, evenings, weekends, or a combination).
• Utilize principles of teaching that recognize the characteristics of the adult learner.
• Plan and supervise student clinical experiences in assigned healthcare facilities.
• Evaluate student performance in relation to clinical learning outcomes according to Unitek College and Department of Nursing policies and procedures.
• Provide timely feedback on clinical performance or specific events after observation.
• Assist in maintaining student records, including accurate clinical and/or skills lab attendance, completed skills check-off forms, and programmatic outcome data collection.
• Ensure clinical assignments meet both student and facility needs.
• Determine the best methods to observe, instruct, and evaluate students.
• Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction.
• Demonstrate or acquire skills for utilizing online activities to enhance course content during interactive teaching and learning.
• Submit required program reports and forms to the Academic Site Director in a timely manner.
• Stay current with innovative technologies and safety regulations.
• Participate in committee activities that support the mission and function of the nursing program as needed.
• Attend faculty meetings.
• Provide ongoing communication access to students through scheduled office hours, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current unencumbered licensure in the state where you are applying to teach.
• Minimum of a completed Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, including coursework in nursing education or administration, and academic preparation for the subject taught.
• Must meet faculty requirements set by the Board of Nursing.
• Minimum four years of experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care, with at least one year in the last five years (clinical teaching in an RN program applies toward direct patient care).
• One year of experience teaching nursing-related courses or completion of a course that includes practice in teaching nursing is preferred.
• Expertise in one of the following areas of nursing is preferred: Mental Health, Medical-Surgical, Geriatrics, Pediatrics, L&D, Community Health, and/or Critical Care.
• Must obtain ATI (Assessment Technology Institute) Certification within 30 days of hire (offered by Unitek).
• Current immunizations and Basic Life Support Certification.

Skills

• Current knowledge of nursing practice.
• Ability to mentor students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Broad knowledge of nursing sciences.
• Experience handling day-to-day operations in the nursing lab.
• Proficient, strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Current knowledge and/or experience in a clinical setting.

Benefits

For full-time employees, Unitek Learning offers:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 2 weeks of starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service.
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• 401K with a company match.
• Company-paid life insurance at 1x your annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family, up to 100% depending on the program.

Schedule

• Per diem hours vary based on clinical rotation and/or skills lab course schedules.
• Currently seeking availability for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.