Nursing Assistant Adjunct
Olympic College

Job Info

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Description

Nursing Assistant Adjunct

Salary: $5,000 - $6,000 per 5 credit hours

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Nursing Assistant Program Director
The base salary will include an additional 26.5% pay adjustment to meet industry standards

Olympic College is continuously seeking qualified part-time nursing faculty to begin teaching each quarter. The Nursing Assistant Faculty at Olympic College is a motivated, caring, enthusiastic, and unique team of individuals who continually strive for personal and professional excellence. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters growth and maximizes the potential of individual students, empowering them to contribute to the health and wellness of the greater community.

The base salary for Nursing Assistant Faculty will include an additional 26.5% pay adjustment to meet industry standards.

Essential Functions

Prepare and teach courses in the Nursing Assistant program.

Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.

Maintain accurate records of students and completed forms as required.

Prepare and teach theoretical and clinical nursing assistant content, reflective of the philosophy and conceptual framework of the nursing program.

Determine appropriate clinical assignments for Nursing Assistant students.

Provide clinical supervision and evaluation.

Document each student's progress; determine, in collaboration with the student, a plan for achieving success.

Attend clinical orientation and faculty meetings.

Participate in Nursing Assistant program academic assessment processes.

Participate in theory and clinical course evaluation identifying both strengths and areas for development.

Participate in the maintenance of approval status for the WA Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission.

Collaborate promptly with the Nursing Assistant Program Director regarding student and/or course issues.

Keep abreast of program policy and procedure changes.

Facilitate scholarly activities.

Establish and maintain relations with internal and external constituencies.

Collaborate with peers and the Nursing Assistant Program Director.

Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited College or University

Minimum of one year experience within the past three years in caring for the elderly or chronically ill of any age

Current, unencumbered, RN license in WA state or ability to obtain WA RN licensure before employment

Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification

Experience with supervision of nursing assistants

Basic level computer competency, including Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications:

Completion of a course in adult instruction;

Experience teaching adults over and above in-service education or patient teaching.

Successful applicant will be able to:

Demonstrate strong organizational leadership, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.

Exhibit active involvement in nursing and related organizations.

Utilize teaching strategies for individual learning styles and unique learning needs of adult, multicultural, educationally disadvantaged, and at-risk learners.

Prepare all classroom materials based on the approved course outlines and syllabi.

Model the legal and ethical standard of practice for learners as described by the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics.

Engagement in lifelong learning activities

Foster a climate of respectful, open, and honest discourse.

Model the use of Nursing Informatics and Information Literacy.

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.

Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

Possess excellent customer service skills, including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction.

Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.

Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College's mission, vision, and values.

Additional Information

Terms of EmploymentPlease note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.
Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.
Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire. Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. Adjuncts are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following.
Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.
Conditions of Employment
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 applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering and equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.
How To Apply
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials: Olympic College Online Application Resume Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position. Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate. Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.
EEO Statement
Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: Carroll McWhorter, 360-475-7301. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice

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