Associate Instructor of Practical Nursing

Title: Associate Instructor of Practical Nursing

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: TCAT-Knoxville

Department: Practical Nursing

Campus Location: TCAT Knoxville

Job Summary

We are thrilled to invite applications for the position of Associate Instructor of Practical Nursing at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville. Located at our main campus in Knoxville, with assignments at off-site locations including clinicals, this role offers you the chance to impact the lives of aspiring nursing professionals. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a schedule of 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, including a 30-minute lunch break. As the Associate Instructor, you will deliver high-quality instruction that fosters student learning and creates a positive classroom atmosphere, emphasizing effective teaching and assessment in both classroom and laboratory settings to ensure every learner receives the support they need to thrive. Join our dedicated team and help shape the future of nursing!

PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM: The Practical Nursing Program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. Graduates will obtain a diploma in Practical Nursing and may then be eligible to take the National Council Licensing Exam for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN) used to obtain nursing licensure in Tennessee. Practical Nursing is entry-level nursing. Graduates are prepared with the background and skills to give knowledgeable, basic nursing care to patients with varying degrees of physical needs. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) work under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors. Positions are available in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians' offices, home health agencies, and various other healthcare settings.

Job Duties

• Instruction: Facilitate the classroom instructional process: evaluate and monitor student progress; assign grades; provide academic assistance to students; maintain attendance and grade records; counsel and advise students on career goals; work to retain students; maintain required classroom and office hours. Ability to understand which teaching methods best serve the student’s needs, interests, and ability to learn. - (Essential)
• Course and Curriculum Development: Select texts, equipment, supplies, and other learning resources; participate in the purchase of needed program supplies and equipment; develop instructional materials; create and revise courses and/or curricula as needed; maintain updated course syllabi. - (Essential)
• Professional Growth: Remain current within the instructional field and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college and division professional development and in-service activities; support related professional organizations; participate in the annual faculty evaluation process. - (Essential)
• Service to Students: Comply with FERPA laws; participate in advising, recruitment, admissions, and orientation of potential students; assist students with job placement upon graduation; support student activities, including SkillsUSA and NTHS. - (Essential)
• Service to the College and Community: Assist in the recruitment and selection of college personnel as assigned; participate in accreditation, assessment, and performance funding processes; support and participate in the College’s decision-making processes; provide input and assistance with budgets; attend convocation and commencement exercises and participate in mandatory college programs; develop and maintain positive and cooperative relationships with colleagues; maintain an active program advisory committee; complete the annual Council on Occupational Education (COE) report for the program job placement of students as well as other accreditation requirements. - (Essential)
• Perform other duties as assigned. - (Essential)

Minimum Qualifications

ASN and current licensure are in good standing as a registered nurse in the State of Tennessee. Three (3) years of clinical practice as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years.

Preferred Qualifications

BSN; Prior post-secondary nursing curriculum teaching experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of college policies, procedures, and practices; and other applicable laws pertaining to employment and education; ability to plan, organize and implement assigned responsibilities and to work well under pressure to meet deadlines; excellent organizational, analytical and planning skills; ability to participate as a team member, ability to understand and interpret rules and regulations, and ability to adjust to change; ability to handle confidential material judiciously; understanding of education programs and tools related to community colleges.

LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to exchange ideas, facts, information, and opinions effectively and accurately with others; arrive at decisions, develop conclusions, or develop solutions; ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce and student population; ability to prioritize and delegate projects; ability to meet timelines and follow-through; ability to present materials effectively to individual students or groups; ability to manage interpersonal conflict situations requiring tact, diplomacy and discretion; demonstrate ethical conduct and professionalism; establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, other departments, students, and the public; excellent customer service skills; comply with policies, procedures, and instructions.

EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE: Utilize current College and/or department information technology, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Teams, Outlook, Ellucian Banner, etc.; office machines such as telephones, fax machines, and copiers.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Environment: Work is performed in a classroom and shop setting with frequent interruptions and distractions. The majority of work performed (30 hours per week) will be instructing and training students, with the remaining 7.5 hours utilized for grading, recording attendance, and individual student meetings.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a classroom and clinical health care setting.

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience according to Tennessee Board of Regents guidelines within the ranges of $55,156 - $66,188.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW: To be considered for a position at TCAT Knoxville, you must create and submit an online application that includes uploads of your required documents. 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 beginning and end dates under your employment history. Scan and attach the 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

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to 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.