Lenoir Community College places primary emphasis on excellence in classroom/lab/clinical instruction. The Practical Nursing Instructor is responsible for providing one-on-one and whole group instruction so that students are able to successfully complete degree requirements in an engaging environment.

Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas:

Mastery of Subject Matter

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge in the teaching discipline
• Display ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of the field or discipline
• Connect the subject matter with practice
• Maintain competency in the subject area through professional development to include, but not limited to, involvement in professional organizations and attending professional meetings, conferences, and/or workshops
• Utilize technology to enhance teaching and the educational experience when appropriate
• Demonstrate current knowledge of nursing practice for the RN and LPN
• Coordinate and supervise curriculum development by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating curriculum
• Develop, implement, and evaluate curriculum

Teaching Performance

• Teach a course load appropriate to the teaching discipline
• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs
• Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the Internet, interactive technology, etc., when appropriate
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate student assignments
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course outcomes

Evaluation of Student Learning

• Establish and follow meaningful learning outcomes
• Develop and explain methods that fairly measure student progress toward course outcomes
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades each semester according to established deadlines
• Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances

Support of College Policies and Procedures

• Teach classes as assigned in a multi-campus environment
• Teach credit or non-credit courses in the teaching discipline as needed
• Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility to colleagues and to students for advisement and consultation
• Serve as faculty academic advisor for students
• Prepare, distribute, and submit syllabi and approved course outlines for all assigned sections in accordance with program and divisional policies
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Substitute for other instructors in the teaching discipline in case of an absence
• Exercise stewardship of college facilities, materials, and resources
• Comply with responsibilities as cited in the Lenoir Community College Catalog, Policy Manual, Procedures Manual, Faculty Handbook, and Distance Education Handbook

Participation in College, Division, Department, and Program Activities

• Demonstrate authority and responsibility for student admission, progression, and graduation
• Serve on college committees as assigned
• Participate in meetings and events as required
• Respond in a timely manner to requests for information
• Support both part-time and full-time colleagues
• Contribute to program, department, and division curriculum development processes
• Participate in graduation ceremonies
• Create additional courses for degree programs as needed
• Participate in APW as needed
• Participate in institutional effectiveness where appropriate

Contribute to program, department, and division curriculum development processes

• Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators as an individual or as a team member
• Contribute to the growth and enhancement of college mission and programs
• Maintain familiarity with college goals, mission, and long-range strategic plan
• Contribute to planning and development processes through appropriate mechanisms and channels
• Participate in professional activities that contribute to the educational goals of the College and its constituents
• Perform professional responsibilities in accordance with pertinent goals, mission, and plans of the College
• Participate in the marketing, recruitment, and retention of students, faculty, and staff
• Other duties as assigned especially as it pertains to NCBON and NLN CNEA

As an instructor with lab/clinical duties, responsibilities also include:

• Direct students in laboratory classes; facilitate and supervise activities of students in lab settings; assist students with lab assignments and related activities
• Ensure that equipment, materials, and other resources, such as instructional aides are available for classes
• Take a lead role in maintaining lab equipment; and if needed, perform simple maintenance
• Make arrangements for equipment repairs when machines break down

Working Conditions

• Typical classroom, lab, and clinical environments
• Frequent standing for 6 to 8 hours per day, withstanding frequent changes in temperature
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, crouching, kneeling, pushing and pulling
• Infrequent lifting and carrying items up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Frequent travel between buildings on campus and infrequent travel to other campuses
• Frequent listening to and talking with students and other faculty and staff members
• Infrequent sitting at a desk or workstation using a telephone, computer, keyboard, and mouse
• Exposure to fire and chemical hazards

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Lenoir Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College complies with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. The College prohibits discrimination against and/or exclusion from participation in any benefits or activities by any person, either on the staff and faculty or in the student body, on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, political affiliation, or disability.