Adjunct Instructor: Medical

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS for Clinical Nursing Applicants

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• 3+ years Clinical Experience in Maternal, Pediatric, Mental Health, and/or Adult Health Nursing
• Ability to effectively utilize email and basic computer software. (Microsoft Office)
• Strong customer service skills, effective oral and written communication, and excellent organizational and planning skills

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS for A&P or Dosage Calculation Applicants

• Associate’s degree in nursing or an Associate of Science Degree
• 3+ years approved work experience in the nursing field
• Ability to effectively utilize email and basic computer software. (Microsoft Office)
• Strong customer service skills, effective oral and written communication, and excellent organizational and planning skills.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of the occupation to be taught and the ability to use the tools and equipment used in the industry.
• Physical ability to lift (up to) 30 lbs. and to move throughout the teaching area to demonstrate and perform all occupational duties, with or without accommodation.
• Ability to deal tactfully with students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and the public.
• Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and convincingly, and to plan and direct the work of others.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations, making decisions, and problem solving.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform basic first aid.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain an organized, safe, and stable learning environment.
• Follow lesson plans, implement active learning activities, and teach occupational skills and competencies.
• Utilize in-class assessment tools/techniques to measure student progress.
• Record and submit grades and attendance (tardiness and absences) daily, per provided instructions.
• Demonstrate professional worker characteristics and interpersonal skills.
• Coordinate all disciplinary issues with the VP of Academics and Compliance.
• Be responsible for and maintain inventory control of equipment, tools, and supplies assigned to the classroom and lab. Report loss or damage immediately.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Adhere to the school calendar and daily class schedule.
• Start and end class at designated time.
• Other duties as defined by administration.

SALARY: Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology salary guidelines.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW: To be considered for a position at TCAT Murfreesboro, you must create and submit an online application that includes your required documents at Jobs and Employment | TCAT Murfreesboro . Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using what is recorded on your application. Please be sure to include the complete begin and end dates under your employment history. Scan/Upload and attach required documents to the online application in Word or PDF format. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Resume
• Educational transcripts/diploma
• Industry licensure and/or certifications

AVAILABILITY/CLOSING DATE: This posting does not guarantee an open position. Applications for adjunct positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the college when openings become available. Postings close yearly on October 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Background checks will be completed on all new hires. Selected candidates will be asked to sign a background release authorizing TCAT Murfreesboro to complete a background check which includes the following:

• Sex Offender Registry
• Driving History
• County Criminal
• National Criminal Database
• Federal Criminal
• Sanctions and Disciplinary Database

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification before employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check.