Position Description The Nursing Instructor is responsible for teaching nursing students in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical settings while supporting student success and maintaining compliance with state and accreditation standards. The Nursing Instructor provides high-quality instruction in the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) and/or Practical Nursing (PN) program. The instructor develops and delivers curriculum, supervises students in clinical settings, evaluates student performance, and participates in program development, accreditation, and college service activities. The position could be assigned to either the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Practical Nursing (PN) program, depending on current college needs.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provides instruction in classroom, laboratory, simulation, online, and clinical settings to introduce students to the nursing industry and prepare them for entry-level positions in the medical field.
- Develops and updates course syllabi, outlines, and lesson plans for assigned curriculum courses.
- Reviews appropriate textbooks, instructional materials, and media for the classes to be taught.
- Develops lectures, classroom activities, and hands-on exercises for students to participate and learn.
- Monitors and records student progress in courses.
- Evaluates student learning through examinations, assignments, skills check-offs, and clinical evaluations.
- Supervises students during clinical experiences to ensure safe, evidence-based patient care.
- Maintains accurate student attendance, grades, and academic records.
- Advises and mentors students regarding academic progress and professional development.
- Collaborates with faculty to maintain compliance with the North Carolina Board of Nursing and accreditation requirements.
- Participates in faculty meetings, committee assignments, college events, and professional development.
- Maintains clinical competence and current nursing licensure.
- Fosters an inclusive learning environment that supports student success.
- Attends graduation ceremonies, employee meetings, and recruiting events to support the mission of the college.
- Assists in the recruitment, orientation, registration, advising, retention, placement, and follow-up of students.
- Keeps regular posted office hours as approved by department leaders.
- Be available to students on a regular basis for out-of-class tutorial support, as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Expected Work Hours
Faculty are required to be on campus, in a clinical setting, or a combination of both for a minimum of 30 hours per week, with certain duties and responsibilities requiring more than 30 hours at various times during the academic term. The remaining 10 hours of the standard 40-hour work week may be completed either on campus or at another approved location and should be dedicated to instructional preparation and support activities, including course development, grading, attendance, student communication, instructional planning, clinical preparation, reporting, and activities supporting student success, program compliance, and completion.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
This position requires the ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues in person and through electronic means. The role involves standing and/or walking for extended periods during classroom instruction and sitting for prolonged periods while preparing instructional materials, grading assignments, and completing administrative tasks. The employee must be able to use standard office and instructional equipment, including computers, keyboards, and classroom technology. Visual ability to read and review both written and electronic materials is required, along with manual dexterity to operate classroom and office equipment. The position may also require occasional lifting and/or moving up to 20–25 pounds, such as instructional materials, books, or equipment.Work is typically performed in a classroom, office, or laboratory environment and involves frequent interaction with students, faculty, and staff. Student demographics may include high school and adult populations. The role may include evening, weekend, or online teaching assignments and may require travel to off-site instructional locations, conferences, or hands-on live projects based on the program area. Some positions may require driving a school vehicle to transport students to hands-on live projects and will require a clean driving record. Depending on the discipline, work may involve exposure to instructional technology, laboratory equipment, or vocational tools. The position operates in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines and requires maintaining a flexible schedule to meet instructional and institutional needs.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Qualifications & Degree Requirements
- Qualifications & Degree Requirements
- Hold an active, unencumbered license or multistate licensure privilege to practice as a registered nurse in NC.
- Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution, or Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution with a plan to earn a Master’s degree within 5 years of initial full-time employment is required.
- Minimum of two years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.
- Prior to or within 3 years of employment, must have education in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation, appropriate to faculty assignment. This education may be demonstrated by one of the following:
- Completion of 45 contact hours of Board-approved continuing education courses.
- Completion of a certificate program in nursing education
- Nine semester hours of graduate course work in adult learning and learning principles
- National certification in nursing education.
- Documentation of completion of structured, individualized development activities of at least 45 contact hours approved by the Board of Nursing.
- Current Basic Life Support Credential (CPR)
- A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and the ability to collaborate well with others are required.
- Must provide official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution, a copy of the RN license, and a resume.
- Preferred Qualifications
- Teaching experience in a community college nursing program is preferred.
- CPR Instructor Certification preferred.
Supplemental Information Equal Employment Opportunity Montgomery Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Benefits
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.