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Delta College

Practical Nurse Instructor

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What they do

A Nursing Instructor or Professor teaches nursing students with a combination of classroom instruction and clinical training. Teaches academic subjects needed as the foundation for nursing, such as anatomy and chemistry, and also job skills required for direct patient care. Teaches at a college or in a hospital or other clinical setting.

$86,934 / year median in Louisiana

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Why Join Delta College? At Delta College of Arts and Technology, we aren't just teaching nursing—we are shaping the future of healthcare in our community. We are looking for a student-oriented, licensed Registered Nurse (RN) who is passionate about mentorship, clinical excellence, and inspiring the next generation of Practical Nurses. As a Practical Nurse Instructor, you will transition your valuable bedside and clinical expertise into the classroom and lab, guiding students from their first day of fundamentals to the moment they launch successful healthcare careers. If you are looking for a rewarding role where your experience directly impacts the future of patient care, you belong on our Lafayette team. Your Impact & Key Responsibilities In this role, you will balance dynamic classroom instruction with hands-on clinical supervision, serving as both an educator and a professional role model. Inspire in the
Classroom:
Deliver engaging, high-impact lectures on nursing fundamentals, medical terminology, patient care, and specialized areas. Mentor in the
Field:
Supervise, guide, and evaluate students during clinical rotations in local teaching hospitals and healthcare facilities, bridging the gap between theory and real-world practice.
Cultivate Critical Thinking:
Help students master vital skills, from developing patient care plans to understanding clinical documentation procedures.
Evaluate & Elevate:
Assess student progress through objective practical evaluations and exams, providing the constructive feedback necessary for their professional growth.
Collaborate Locally:
Partner closely with hospital staff and healthcare professionals to ensure clinical experiences align with educational standards and industry requirements.
Maintain Excellence:
Uphold institutional policies and academic accreditation standards to keep our programs operating at the highest level of educational quality. Requirements Current and valid Louisiana state RN license ; Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience; At least one year as a medical-surgical hospital staff nurse and/or current teaching experience in a Nursing Program. Ability to teach theory and clinical courses. Typical schedule for theory and clinical courses is Monday-Thursday until 3:30pm. Excellent communication skills with the ability to teach complex concepts effectively across different learner levels. This position offers an opportunity to influence the next generation of nurses through innovative teaching methods and clinical supervision while contributing to the advancement of nursing education standards.
Pay:
$50,000.00 - $51,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance
Experience:
Medical-surgical:
1 year (Required)
Work Location:
In person