Adjunct Nursing Faculty, Registered Nursing - Pediatrics

Title of Position : Clinical Instructors, ADN-RN Program in designated specialty nursing areas :

Obstetrics and Pediatrics.

Summary : The Clinical Instructor position is a part-time contract nursing position. Clinical

Instructors are responsible for the clinical instruction and supervision of students in the clinical

area in accordance with school and agency policies. Clinical Instructors are required to meet the

state of California minimum qualifications and possess the required training and experience

identified by the Board of Registered Nursing including the following essential duties and

responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

INSTRUCTION

Function as a clinical instructor in the designated nursing area assigned to teach. Area of

assignment will be based on program need and clinical expertise in the area of direct

Demonstrate clinical competence in the nursing area(s) in which he or she teaches.

Assume responsibility and accountability for clinical instruction, evaluation of students

and planning and implementing curriculum content.

Facilitate student learning in the clinical setting by coaching students to translate

knowledge into attitudes and skills required to provide safe high quality patient care.

Promote student critical thinking and judgment in the clinical area.

Guide students in clinical areas to safeguard client welfare and promote student learning.

Assignment will include clinical and / or lab instruction in the assigned nursing area.

Travel to clinical site required at least once weekly and may include day, evening and / or

STUDENTS

Demonstrate evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic,

socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of students and the adult

learner.

Provide individual remediation to students who are not making satisfactory progress

toward meeting clinical objectives.

Assist with developing and implementing a remediation plan for students with identified

weaknesses in clinical performance.

Refer students to the appropriate department for assistance when needed.

Role model behaviors consistent with the nursing profession.

Pacific College

3160 Red Hill Ave Costa Mesa, CA 92626  FAX

COLLEGE and NURSING DEPARTMENT

Report to the Program Director of ADN Program.

Maintain up-to-date grading of assignments and timely submit student grades and other

reports as per College policy.

Attend department faculty meetings per Nursing School policy.

Maintain open communication with other nursing faculty and demonstrate team-oriented

behaviors.

Assist in maintaining a safe environment for all students, faculty, and staff.

Maintain flexibility with fulfilling assignments and perform all required work hours.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Remain current in designated area of teaching assignment as per BRN regulations.

Maintain currency in techniques of effective coaching and mentoring of students.

Participate in professional growth activities.

Demonstrate professionalism behaviors in dress, demeanor and in all manners of

communication.

QUALIFICATIONS

BRN :
Section CCR
1425. Faculty-Qualifications

The Assistant Clinical Instructor shall meet the following minimum qualifications :

1. Current and valid Registered Nursing License issued by the Board of Registered Nurses

by the State of California.

2. Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university that includes courses

in nursing, or in natural, behavioral, or social sciences relevant to nursing practice.

3. Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to

which he or she is assigned, which can be met by :

A. One (1) year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct

patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; or

B. One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the

designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency.

Adjunct Faculty Nursing
• Costa Mesa, CA, US