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Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for our Full-Time Instructor (Associate Degree Nursing - OB, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical) position, in the Health and Public Safety Technology division. This position is located at ATC's (Main Campus), which is located just South of Downtown Atlanta/Hartsfield-Jackson Airport but may be required to provide instruction at the South Campus or at locations in the local community.
Under general supervision of the Dean of Health and Public Safety Technology, the Full-Time Instructor (Associate Degree Nursing - OB, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical) position requires a passion, demonstrated by experience, for effective teaching and advisement of diverse students. The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
• Demonstrate the use of appropriate teaching techniques.
• Demonstrate the use of appropriate testing and grading procedures, including proper maintenance of grade books and any other appropriate record-keeping requirements.
• Demonstrate the effective use of oral and written communication skills, and knowledge of current procedures in the Nursing field.
• Prepare and deliver quality curriculum with daily instruction of students in the classroom & clinical settings.
• Follow approved curriculum standards and course syllabi.
• Monitor student use of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Advise and counsel students and maintain appropriate advisement records on each student.
• Maintain classrooms and laboratories in accordance with approved classroom and lab management plans.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Observe and enforce the institution's policies and regulations.
• Assist with student recruitment and job placement.
• Serve on committees.
• Maintain qualifications for employment as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and accreditation standards.
• Follow rules and regulations as described by the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) and other policies and procedures established by the institution.
• Assist in the development of reports and other requirements for the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• Perform additional duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess and demonstrate the following:
• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN).
• Three (3) years of strong clinical experience in acute patient care, OB, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical, and/or emergency or trauma conditions.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of human pathophysiology.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, organization and planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Certifications/Licenses REQUIRED:
• Georgia State Licensure as a Registered Nurse in Good Standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum requirements, possess and demonstrate the following:
• Doctoral Degree in Nursing or Education (PhD, DNP, EdD).
• Credentials, education and four (4) or more years of full-time work experience in medical surgical nursing, acute patient care, OB, pediatrics, or emergency.
• Minimum of one (1) year full-time teaching in an Associate Degree Nursing or Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
** May be required to teach at other locations and other locations within the community. **
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Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail.All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for the next steps in the selection process.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
As set forth in its student catalog, Atlanta Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). For further information regarding these laws (Title VI and IX) contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Atlanta Technical College, Cleveland Dennard Center, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu. To request reasonable accommodations upon enrollment (Section 504/ADA), contact Tracye Paggett, Director of Student Services, Special Needs and Equity, Atlanta Technical College, Academic and Student Affairs Division, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite C1111, 404.225.4446. Email: tpaggett@atlantatech.edu. Faculty and staff with questions about equity or reasonable accommodation should contact Georgina Dumay, Director, Human Resources, Cleveland Dennard Building, Suite 180A, Atlanta Technical College 1560 Metropolitan Pkwy. SW, Atlanta Georgia 30310. gdumay@atlantatech.edu .
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Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned