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Salary Range:&nbsp;&nbsp;$102,183.00&nbsp;(Min.) -&nbsp;$132,838.00&nbsp;(Mid.) -&nbsp;$163,492.00&nbsp;(Max.)Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time. Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. <h4>Job Summary</h4>The Payment Integrity Nurse Coder RN III is responsible for investigating, reviewing, and providing clinical and/or coding expertise/judgement in the application of medical and reimbursement policies within the claim adjudication process through medical record review for Payment Integrity and Utilization Management projects. The position serves as a subject matter expert (SME), performing medical records reviews to include quality audits as well as validation of accuracy and completeness of all coding elements. The position is also responsible for guidance related to Payment Integrity initiatives to include concept and cost avoidance development. This position trains and mentors Payment Integrity Nurse Coder, RN staff. Acts as a Subject Matter Expert, serves as a resource and mentor for other staff.<h4>Duties</h4>Performs Quality Audits to include validation of accuracy and completeness of ICD, Rev Code, CPT, HCPCs, APR, DRG, POA, and all relevant coding elements. Audits can include inpatient, outpatient, and professional claims.Serves cross functionally with Utilization Management, Medical Directors, and other internal teams to assist in identification of overpayments as well as other projects.Serves as SME for all Payment Integrity functions to include both Retrospective Data Mining as well as Pre-Payment Cost Avoidance. Identifies trends and patterns with overall program and individual provider coding practices.Responsible for training and mentoring Payment Integrity Nurse Coder, RN staff.Supports the creation and execution of strategies that determine impact of opportunity and recover overpayments as well as prospective internal controls preventing future overpayments of each applicable pipeline opportunity. Works with both internal and external groups to define and develop cost avoidance measures to ensure continued success.Identifies and defines Payment Integrity issues and reviews and analyzes evidence, utilizes data for the purpose of verifying errors and identifying systemic errors, works as an active team member during scheduled engagements and work collaboratively to achieve the goals of the team, and provides feedback to the team lead on any issues identified during research or claims review.Applies subject expertise in evaluating business operations and processes. Identifies areas where technical solutions would improve business performance. Consults across business operations, providing mentorship, and contributing specialized knowledge. Ensures that the facts and details are correct so that the project’s/program's deliverable meets the needs of the department, organization and legislation's policies, standards, and best practices. Provides training, recommends process improvements, and mentors junior level staff, department interns, etc. as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.<h4>Duties Continued</h4><h4>Education Required</h4>Associate's Degree in Nursing<h4>Education Preferred</h4>Bachelor's Degree in Nursing<h4>Experience</h4>Required:A minimum of 8 years of clinical experience and a minimum of 3 years in utilization management or clinical coding.Investigation and/or auditing experience.<h4>Skills</h4>Required:Knowledge in CPT, HCPCS, ICD-9, ICD-10, Medicare, and Medicaid rules and regulations.Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement concepts, health insurance business, industry terminology, and regulatory guidelines.Working knowledge of claims coding and medical terminology.Solid understanding of standard claims processing systems and claims data analysis.Strong project leadership and management skills required; ability to prioritize, plan, and handle multiple tasks/demands simultaneously.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills required with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Detail oriented and ability to thrive in fast-paced work environment.Must be collaborative and have the ability to establish credibility quickly with all levels of management across multiple functional areas and be able to present findings across all departments.Must be familiar with coordinating benefits between health plan payers.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.<h4>Licenses/Certifications Required</h4>Registered Nurse (RN) - Active, current and unrestricted California LicenseCertified Professional Coder (CPC) designation by the American Academy of Professional Codersand/orCertified Coding Specialist (CCS) designation by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).<h4>Licenses/Certifications Preferred</h4><h4>Required Training</h4><h4>Physical Requirements</h4>Light<h4>Additional Information</h4>Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market.&nbsp; The range is subject to change.L.A. Care offers&nbsp;a wide range of benefits including<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>Retirement Plans</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision</li><li>Wellness Program</li><li>Volunteer Time Off (VTO)</li></ul> Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles Job Segment: Nursing, Medical Coding, Registered Nurse, Claims, Medicare, Healthcare, Insurance

L.A. Care Health Plan

Payment Integrity Nurse Coder RN III

<h4>How you'll change lives</h4>As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease.<h4>What you'll be doing</h4>Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios.Safety &amp; Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

U.S. Renal Care

Dialysis Registered Nurse

USRC's greatest strength in being a leader in the dialysis industry is our ability to recognize and celebrate the differences in our diverse workforce. We strongly believe in recruiting top talent and creating a diverse and inclusive work climate and culture at all levels of our organization.<ul><li>A Home Therapy nurse trains home hemo or peritoneal dialysis patients in-center and sometimes in the patient’s home.</li><li>We Will Train - In-center hemodialysis, critical care, and home health are great backgrounds.&nbsp; </li><li>Work Schedule – Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm; Modified schedules are possible based on patient caseload at the facility.</li><li>Competitive on-call pay when placed in on-call rotation. </li><li>Holidays – Home Training Nurses rarely work on a holiday. </li><li>We lead the industry in clinical quality improvement, delivering amongst the best patient outcomes in the U.S. as measured by the CMS ESRD Quality Incentive Program.</li><li>We remain an industry leader in home dialysis with 17% of dialysis treatments delivered in our patients' homes.&nbsp; </li></ul>The Home Therapy Registered Nurse, as qualified by federal and state regulations, provides patient training and ongoing support for all patients choosing a home dialysis modality.&nbsp; This position is accountable for providing quality care to all patients and is committed to delivering superior customer service in all internal and external interactions.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.&nbsp; Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li>Knowledge of and comply with federal, state, local laws and regulations, including health care professionals practice act requirements as they pertain to home dialysis program and patient care requirements.</li><li>Train patient (and/or care partner) in the practice of self-care Peritoneal Dialysis or Hemodialysis upon meeting federal and state regulations governing Registered Nurse qualifications.</li><li>Conduct home visits to assess the patient's home environment per policy; initially and minimally annually thereafter.&nbsp; Routinely evaluate patient performance and assess the home environment more frequently as needed to improve care.</li><li>Communicate results of patient assessment, reassessment, and ongoing monitoring to the physician, team members, and others as appropriate to the individual needs of the patient.</li><li>Document all nursing services in the Electronic Medical Record including but not limited to training sessions, routine and non-routine in-person interactions, and phone conversations.&nbsp; Documentation should accurately reflect the patient status and nursing interventions and be written to ensure continuity of care.</li><li>Participate in infection control monitoring, implementation, and recording as requested.</li><li>Be familiar with emergency equipment and all emergency operational procedures.&nbsp; Communicate and regularly review Emergency Preparedness procedures with all home patients, including but not limited to emergency disconnection from dialysis equipment, what to do and who to contact if displaced from home.</li><li>Ensure clinic and patient supply inventory and usage is appropriate for patient prescriptions and place orders in timely manner to avoid fees and penalties.</li><li>Continually seek to improve patient and quality outcomes through tracking and trending of program and patient performance, use of critical thinking skills and root cause analysis to improve patient and quality outcomes.&nbsp; Assist in obtaining data for the continuous quality improvement activities.</li><li>Obtain routine and non-routine laboratory tests as ordered and communicate critical lab values and urgent patient needs to the responsible physician or physician extender in a timely manner.</li><li>Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles.&nbsp; Administer medications as ordered by the physician.</li><li>Responsible for performing on call nursing services, nights and weekends, on a rotational basis as needed or assigned.</li><li>Flexible with staffing locations and hours to accommodate patient and USRC home program needs.</li><li>Regular and reliable attendance is required for the position.</li></ul>Home Hemodialysis Only:<ul><li>Coordinate home evaluation with technical services department to ensure that the necessary electrical, plumbing and drainage requirements for proper equipment operation are met prior to patient acceptance into home program.</li><li>Ensure required and appropriate water sampling is complete per policy and product requirements.&nbsp; Monitor and report water sample and culture results.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>Salary / Compensation StatementCompensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate's experience, qualifications and skills. U.S. Renal Care offers a comprehensive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits.

Dialysis Registered Nurse, Peritoneal RN

Salary Range:&nbsp;&nbsp;$88,854.00&nbsp;(Min.) -&nbsp;$115,509.00&nbsp;(Mid.) -&nbsp;$142,166.00&nbsp;(Max.)Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time. Mission: L.A. Care’s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose. <h4>Job Summary</h4>The Utilization Management Nurse Specialist RN II facilitates, coordinates, and approves medically necessary referrals that meet established criteria. Assures timely and accurate determination and notification of referrals and reconsiderations based on the referral determination status. Generates approval, modification and denial communications, to include member and provider notification of referral determination. Actively monitors for admissions in any inpatient setting. Performs telephonic and/or onsite admission and concurrent review, and collaborates with onsite staff, physicians, providers, member/family interaction to develop and implement a successful discharge plan. Works with the UM Manager and Physician Advisor on case reviews for pre-service, concurrent, post-service and retrospective claims medical review. Monitors and oversees the collection and transfer of data (medical records) and referral requests by Providers. Acts as a department resource for medical service requests /referral management and processes. Receives incoming calls from providers, professionally handles complex calls, researches to identify timely and accurate resolution steps. Follows up with caller to provide response or resolution steps. Answers all inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.<h4>Duties</h4>Promote and support team engagements, programs and activities to create and ensure a positive and productive workplace environment.Perform telephonic and/or onsite admission and concurrent review, and collaborates with onsite staff, physicians, providers, the member and significant others to develop and implement a successful discharge plan. Process, finalize and facilitate inbound requests that are received from providers. Generate appropriate member and provider communication for all determinations within the required timelines as defined by the most current department policy.Facilitate/review requests for Higher level of care or skilled nursing/discharge planning needs. Research for appropriate facilities, specialty providers and ancillary providers to utilize for all lines of business. Identification of potential areas of improvement within the provider network.Identify and initiate referrals for appropriate members to the various L.A. Care programs/processes and external community based programs or Linked and Carve Out Services (e.g. DDS/CCS/MH). Potential quality of care/potential fraud issues are identified and documented per L.A. Care policy. High risk/high cost cases and reports are maintained and referred to the Physician Advisor/UM Director. Document in platform/system of record. Utilize designated software system to document reviews and/or notes. Receive incoming calls from providers, professionally handle complex calls, research to identify timely and accurate resolution steps. Follow up with caller to provide response or resolution steps. Answer all inquiries in a professional and courteous manner.<h4>Perform other duties as assigned. </h4><h4>Duties Continued</h4><h4>Education Required</h4>Associate's Degree in Nursing<h4>Education Preferred</h4>Bachelor's Degree in Nursing<h4>Experience</h4>Required: At least 5 years of varied clinical experience in an acute hospital setting. At least 2 years of Utilization Management/Case Management experience in a hospital or HMO setting .&nbsp;Preferred: Managed Care experience performing UM and CM at a medical group or management services organization.Experience with Managed Medi-Cal, Medicare, and commercial lines of business.<h4>Skills</h4>Required: Must be computer literate, with expertise in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. &nbsp;Effectively utilizes computer and appropriate software and interacts as needed with L.A. Care Information System. Knowledge of personal computer, keyboarding, and appropriate &nbsp;software to produce correspondence, charts, spreadsheets, and/or other information applicable to the position assignment. Prepare clear, comprehensive written and oral reports and materials.&nbsp;Provision of excellent customer service required due to frequent communication with providers and other members of the interdisciplinary team &nbsp; Excellent time management and priority-setting skills.Maintains strict member confidentiality and complies with all HIPAA requirements.Strong verbal and written communication skills. &nbsp; &nbsp;Preferred: Knowledge of National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) requirements for Utilization Management or Care Management (CM).&nbsp;Knowledge of Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) or Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services(CMS) requirements for health plan compliance with UM or CM.<h4>Licenses/Certifications Required</h4>Registered Nurse (RN) - Active, current and unrestricted California License<h4>Licenses/Certifications Preferred</h4>Certified Case Manager (CCM)<h4>Required Training</h4><h4>Physical Requirements</h4>Light<h4>Additional Information</h4>May work on occasional weekends and some holidays depending on business needs.Salary Range Disclaimer: The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market.&nbsp; The range is subject to change.L.A. Care offers&nbsp;a wide range of benefits including<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>Retirement Plans</li><li>Medical, Dental and Vision</li><li>Wellness Program</li><li>Volunteer Time Off (VTO)</li></ul> Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles Job Segment: Nursing, Registered Nurse, Medicare, Medicaid, Claims, Healthcare, Insurance

Utilization Management Nurse Specialist RN II

At American Career College, we share a passion for students and transforming healthcare education! As a faculty member for a certified Great Place to Work, you will join a collaborative, student-centric culture valuing academic integrity, mutual respect, student learning, service, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, and stewardship.&nbsp; As a part of this team, you will guide students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they care for throughout their career. At American Career College, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and passion with the next generation of nurses.You will make an impact by:&nbsp;<ul><li>Delivering class and/or clinical instruction according to an approved curriculum using accepted and effective teaching methods.</li><li>Supervising students while they work with patients or in the clinical setting, assessing their ability to effectively apply knowledge from the classroom, master necessary skills, communicate effectively, and plan patient care in the clinical environment.</li><li>Developing daily lesson plans; advising, remediating, and tutoring students; maintaining current and accurate attendance and grade records; remaining current in applicable program teaching field.</li><li>Participating in faculty meetings, professional growth activities in the respective field and two (2) in-service training sessions annually.</li><li>Participating in college activities such as in-services, faculty meetings, student functions, graduation exercises, open houses, new student orientations, and advisory board meetings.</li><li>Striving for student success by providing quality instruction that results in students’ achievement of academic goals and program requirements, retention of students, and preparation for entry-level positions in the healthcare field.&nbsp;</li></ul>Your Experience Includes:OPTION 1:<ul><li>(must align with Education for OPTION 1 Below)- 2 years nursing experience as a RN or LVN within the last 5 years.</li></ul>OPTION 2:<ul><li>(must align with Education for OPTION 2 below)- 6 years nursing experience as LVN and RN combined or 6 years of either.</li></ul>Education:OPTION 1:<ul><li>Baccalaureate degree from accredited school recognized by DOE. Completion of a course or courses offered by an approved school with instruction in teaching.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; OR<ul><li>CA teaching cert. Completion of a course or courses offered by an approved school with instruction in teaching.</li></ul>OR<ul><li>Completion of at least a minimum of (1) year FT teaching experience in a state accredited or approved registered nursing or vocational or practical nursing school within the last 5 years.</li></ul>OPTION 2:<ul><li>Meet community college or state university educational minimums (ADN) teaching requirements in CA.</li></ul>Licenses/Certifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Current active California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN).</li><li>Current CPR Card.</li></ul>Full Time/Part-Time/AdjunctWeekends and Weekdays#HEJ

West Coast University

Vocational Nursing Instructor

At American Career College, we share a passion for students and transforming healthcare education! As a faculty member for a certified Great Place to Work, you will join a collaborative, student-centric culture valuing academic integrity, mutual respect, student learning, service, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, and stewardship.&nbsp; As a part of this team, you will guide students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they care for throughout their career. At American Career College, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and passion with the next generation of nurses.You will make an impact by:&nbsp;<ul><li>Delivering class and/or clinical instruction according to an approved curriculum using accepted and effective teaching methods.</li><li>Supervising students while they work with patients or in the clinical setting, assessing their ability to effectively apply knowledge from the classroom, master necessary skills, communicate effectively, and plan patient care in the clinical environment.</li><li>Developing daily lesson plans; advising, remediating, and tutoring students; maintaining current and accurate attendance and grade records; remaining current in applicable program teaching field.</li><li>Participating in faculty meetings, professional growth activities in the respective field and two (2) in-service training sessions annually.</li><li>Participating in college activities such as in-services, faculty meetings, student functions, graduation exercises, open houses, new student orientations, and advisory board meetings.</li><li>Striving for student success by providing quality instruction that results in students’ achievement of academic goals and program requirements, retention of students, and preparation for entry-level positions in the healthcare field.&nbsp;</li></ul>Your Experience Includes:OPTION 1:<ul><li>(must align with Education for OPTION 1 Below)- 2 years nursing experience as a RN or LVN within the last 5 years.</li></ul>OPTION 2:<ul><li>(must align with Education for OPTION 2 below)- 6 years nursing experience as LVN and RN combined or 6 years of either.</li></ul>Education:OPTION 1:<ul><li>Baccalaureate degree from accredited school recognized by DOE. Completion of a course or courses offered by an approved school with instruction in teaching.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; OR<ul><li>CA teaching cert. Completion of a course or courses offered by an approved school with instruction in teaching.</li></ul>OR<ul><li>Completion of at least a minimum of (1) year FT teaching experience in a state accredited or approved registered nursing or vocational or practical nursing school within the last 5 years.</li></ul>OPTION 2:<ul><li>Meet community college or state university educational minimums (ADN) teaching requirements in CA.</li></ul>Licenses/Certifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Current active California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN).</li><li>Current CPR Card.</li></ul>#HEJ

Vocational Nursing Instructor, Clinical (Full Time)

At American Career College, we share a passion for students and transforming healthcare education! As a faculty member for a certified Great Place to Work, you will join a collaborative, student-centric culture valuing academic integrity, mutual respect, student learning, service, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, and stewardship.&nbsp; As a part of this team, you will guide students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they care for throughout their career. At American Career College, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and passion with the next generation of nurses.You will make an impact by:&nbsp;<ul><li>Delivering class and/or clinical instruction according to an approved curriculum using accepted and effective teaching methods.</li><li>Supervising students while they work with patients or in the clinical setting, assessing their ability to effectively apply knowledge from the classroom, master necessary skills, communicate effectively, and plan patient care in the clinical environment.</li><li>Developing daily lesson plans; advising, remediating, and tutoring students; maintaining current and accurate attendance and grade records; remaining current in applicable program teaching field.</li><li>Participating in faculty meetings, professional growth activities in the respective field and two (2) in-service training sessions annually.</li><li>Participating in college activities such as in-services, faculty meetings, student functions, graduation exercises, open houses, new student orientations, and advisory board meetings.</li><li>Striving for student success by providing quality instruction that results in students’ achievement of academic goals and program requirements, retention of students, and preparation for entry-level positions in the healthcare field.&nbsp;</li></ul>Your Experience Includes:OPTION 1:<ul><li>(must align with Education for OPTION 1 Below)- 2 years nursing experience as a RN or LVN within the last 5 years.</li></ul>OPTION 2:<ul><li>(must align with Education for OPTION 2 below)- 6 years nursing experience as LVN and RN combined or 6 years of either.</li></ul>Education:OPTION 1:<ul><li>Baccalaureate degree from accredited school recognized by DOE. Completion of a course or courses offered by an approved school with instruction in teaching.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; OR<ul><li>CA teaching cert. Completion of a course or courses offered by an approved school with instruction in teaching.</li></ul>OR<ul><li>Completion of at least a minimum of (1) year FT teaching experience in a state accredited or approved registered nursing or vocational or practical nursing school within the last 5 years.</li></ul>OPTION 2:<ul><li>Meet community college or state university educational minimums (ADN) teaching requirements in CA.</li></ul>Licenses/Certifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Current active California license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN).</li><li>Current CPR Card.</li></ul>#HEJ

Vocational Nursing Instructor, Clinical (Part Time)

Dialysis Registered Nurse TTS

Come care with us at West Coast University! As a Nursing Academic Specialist for a certified Great Place to Work, you will guide nursing students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they treat throughout their careers in healthcare. &nbsp;At West Coast University you will have the opportunity to share your success story with the next generation of nurses as a key member of our student-centered, innovative community!You will make an impact by: &nbsp;<ul><li>Supporting students learning through workshops, remediation sessions, group tutorials, and one-on-one meetings to improve course performance.</li><li>Ensuring full integration of ATI tools and resources in all student meetings to enhance remediation and concept understanding.</li><li>Creating methods of integrating strategies to increase test taking skills, study skills and note taking skills to increase course performance.</li><li>Collaborating with faculty to identify course weaknesses and develop innovative initiatives to address them.</li><li>Collaborating with faculty to identify Students at Risk for persistence issues and develops action plans to address their needs.</li><li>Identifying Students at Risk through data tracking platforms and develops interventions to address identified challenges to core course success and persistence.</li><li>Assessing the effectiveness of course specific persistence strategies and progress in meeting mutually established objectives with students.</li><li>Participating in professional development and organizations in order to maintain an understanding of current ideas, research and practices, attends meetings, workshops and seminars to enrich personal growth, knowledge and skill in student learning and persistence.</li><li>Evaluating data such as proctored assessments, time in tutorial sessions and pre/post tests on comprehensive predictors to appropriately advise the Manager of Persistence and Outcomes, Nursing.</li></ul>Your Experience Includes: &nbsp;<ul><li>Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed.</li><li>Working with online learning management systems to further engage the student learning process.</li><li>Knowledge in technological support and delivery of program area and services.</li><li>Compliance with state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance, and other regulatory standards such as state Board of Healthcare.</li></ul>Education: Education and experience must align with state regulations and comply with the rules and regulations of state authorization agencies.<ul><li>Master’s degree in nursing, education or administration required.</li><li>Professional nurse licensure required.</li><li>A minimum of two years as a Registered Nurse providing direct patient care or equivalent and/or education.</li></ul>#LI-AM1#HEJDo you want a career that allows you to make a difference in other people’s lives? Discover what it means to truly believe in the work that you do at West Coast University.At West Coast University, we have the privilege of educating students seeking careers in healthcare and guide them through their transformational journey from student to caregiver. Our associates are united behind that purpose and share a deep commitment to our values of teamwork, collegiality, transparency, and a student-centric approach to all we do. This focus creates an aligned, nimble, and consensus-driven culture that is solution-oriented and supports our associates’ professional growth.West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Nursing Academic Specialist

Commitment to MissionThis job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.&nbsp; A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.Cultural Beliefs<ul><li>One LSC</li><li>Student Focused</li><li>Own It</li><li>Foster Belonging</li><li>Cultivate Community</li><li>Choose Learning</li></ul>The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.Qualities of ExcellenceAs faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a nation of world citizenry in our students. In that pursuit, we model ways of thinking and being that incorporate diversity, equality, and equity. Our culture, then, requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are compassionate with our students, colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives, people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world citizenry.Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of excellence:<ul><li>Student Invested</li><li>Content Expert</li><li>Pedagogically Excellent</li><li>Institutionally Dedicated</li></ul>Campus Marketing StatementLone Star College-MontgomeryLone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.Lone Star College-Montgomery, the premiere student-centered educational institution in Montgomery County, serves The Woodlands and Conroe communities. LSC-Montgomery provides a relaxing and conducive learning atmosphere while offering leisure learning opportunities, individual classes, and unique programs such as radiologic technology, physical therapy, and biotechnology.Location address is 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384.Job DescriptionPURPOSE AND SCOPE:It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. &nbsp;Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System. Lone Star College accepts application material year-round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day, evening, and weekend classes. Classes are offered at various times and locations during the academic year. As a rule, adjunct faculty may teach a maximum of five classes per academic year.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:<ul><li>Teaches a variety of Bachelor of Science in Nursing&nbsp;courses at a variety of times and locations</li><li>Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.</li><li>Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner</li><li>Plans, develops, and uses a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives, and which are appropriate for students with different educational and experiential backgrounds and learning needs</li><li>Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines</li><li>Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods</li><li>Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress</li><li>Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community</li><li>Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required</li><li>Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:<ul><li>Mastery of course content</li><li>Basic computer skills</li><li>Strong leadership skills; Style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills</li><li>Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people</li><li>Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learning</li><li>Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology</li><li>Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning</li></ul>PHYSICAL ABILITIES:The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the workWORK ENVIRONMENT:<ul><li>Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, as well as medical equipment that is standard within the industry</li><li>Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position</li><li>Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab with exposure to safety hazards typical within the medical industry</li><li>Hours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction</li></ul>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Master's degree or higher in nursing OR master's degree or higher and bachelor's degree in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program in nursing with at least 12 graduate hours in nursing appropriate to assigned teaching responsibilities; Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas</li></ul>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Doctoral degree in Nursing (DNP, EdD, or PhD in Nursing)</li></ul>Salary$55.81 per contact hour.Benefits Marketing StatementBy joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities and more.Special InstructionsGo to the Job Search page, click on ‘My Activities’ at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on ‘Add Attachment.’ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.How to ApplyALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLYWe will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year.&nbsp; By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.More information on the E-Verify program is available at <a href="http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify" target="_blank">www.dhs.gov/E-Verify</a>.Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. 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