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| Employer | Coahoma Community College |
| Location | Clarksdale, MS US |
| Posted | July 21, 2025 |
Job Details
Practical Nursing Instructor
Position Title: Practical Nursing Instructor
Department: Health Sciences
Immediate Supervisor’s Title: Director of Practical Nursing
Positions Supervised: None
Term of Position: 12 Months
Position Description:(primary functions)
Teaches courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follows the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the department faculty and administered by the Director of Nursing
Provides direct supervision of students in a clinical setting
Must participate in professional development activities that support evidenced-based learning in the classroom and the clinical setting
Minimum Requirements:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing; Masters in nursing preferred
Have three (3) years clinical experience working as an registered nurse; or have two (2) years’ experience as faculty in a nursing program/allied health program
Must have an unencumbered license as an RN in Mississippi
Satisfy clinical agency requirements, i.e. Background checks, immunizations, CPR
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Establishes and maintains a good relationship with those in the nursing profession, keeping abreast of current trends in the field to assure that methods and techniques are relevant
Participates with faculty in development of course objectives, evaluation of total curriculum, and revision of policy and procedures manual
Assists in the recruitment of students for the program
Maintains student records of attendance, grades, and progress
Assists with the registration and pre-registration of students in the program
Follows an approved course of study and lesson plans
Prepares classroom, skills laboratory, and clinical instruction
Cooperates with the Director of Practical Nursing in the development of the curriculum, in the preparation of course syllabi, and the selection of textbooks
Assumes responsibility for students in clinical setting, care plans, concept maps, needed skills for objectives, and evaluation
Attends faculty meetings with Director of Practical Nursing and Dean for Health Sciences
Communicates with program director and other instructors regarding student concerns and issues and student progress as appropriate
Maintains and files student records in a timely manner
Serves on department and campus committees and accepts committee assignments
Recommends library and instructional materials, equipment, and program supplies
Keeps director informed of any problems with students or faculty
Observes scheduled class periods as approved by the director
Assists in the organizational and advisory committee meetings
Observes the rules of good housekeeping and equipment maintenance in the work area
Observes, supports, and enforces the regulations, policies, and programs of the college
Informs the director in writing of any problem that might be detrimental to the institution
Works a minimum of 35 hours each week on campus during the fall and spring semesters and submits to department chairperson a monthly work record. (Less than full-time contractual faculty work a proportional workweek)
Sets aside sufficient time for student conferences, guidance, and tutorial assistance (minimum of 6 hours per week required)
Participates in staff development activities, professional associations, presentations, consulting, evaluations, and similar activities which enhance the individual and the educational profession
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Practical Nursing/Lead Instructor
Job #615099
Learn more at https://www.coahomacc.edu/employee-services/jobs/index.html
Contact:
505 Friars Point Road
Clarksdale, MS US
Contact:
505 Friars Point Road
Clarksdale, MS US