Nursing Department Faculty--Trinidad

Trinidad State College seeks Nursing Faculty. This is a full-time, nine-month, permanent position that reports directly to the Dean of Instruction. Assume the duties and responsibilities assigned by the Nursing Program Director/Dean of Instruction over Nursing. Responsible for instruction of theory and practice in the classroom, lab, simulation, and clinical areas for the Nursing Program for either campus. Comply with the responsibilities of the nursing faculty per Colorado State Board of Nursing (BON): Chapter 1.2 Rules, E.12 and E.13. Remains current with nursing regulations, knowledge, and skills. Works in conjunction with the Nursing Program Director and the other nursing faculty from both Trinidad and Alamosa campuses to achieve a comprehensive program including hybrid learning. Willingness to provide service to the college and the nursing program through active participation of college committees and nursing student leadership opportunities. Ability to work at least 40 hours a week for teaching, clinical, labs, data collections for accreditation reports, and meetings, and Other duties as assigned. Master of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) or higher earned from a regionally accredited institution and national nursing accreditation (will consider plans per BON Rules Chapter 1.2 Rules, E.11 d2). Must hold or be able to acquire a current license to practice nursing in the State of Colorado. Must hold, or qualify for and obtain, a vocational teaching credential through the Colorado Community College and Occupational Education System. Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent, professional nursing clinical experience in at least acute medical/surgical nursing. Must be agreeable to working with a diverse population and with all ranges of student abilities; and Must have a strong commitment and positive attitude toward Community College instruction.

Preferred:

Experience in nursing education at the postsecondary level will be highly desirable. Ability to work in the evenings and on weekends; including overnight, out of town clinical site instruction. Ability to be a team player in a multi-site program; and Ability to teach in the face-to-face ADN program and online RN-BSN program. This position is a full-time, 9-month contract (paid out over 12 months) with a full benefit package including health, dental, vision, and retirement. LoriRae Hamilton, Dean of Instruction, Trinidad State College - (719) 846-5524 Lynette Bates, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Trinidad State College - (719) 846-5559.