Full Time Weekend Pediatric Rn Jobs in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

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Position Information
Position Title
Nursing (Pediatric) Instructor (Full-time tenure track position to begin Spring 2027)
Position Description
POSITION SUMMARYThis tenure-track nursing instructor position is a 10-month (175 days) assignment, which includes a variety of courses, and will require the selected candidate to teach across two nursing programs. The assignment and schedule, as determined by the District, may consist of day, evening, night, weekend, and 12-hour shifts.
Classes are offered on a 16-week calendar (fall and spring semesters), as well as in a variety of non-traditional scheduling options: winter intersession, evenings, summer sessions, and optional class formats, such as online education courses.
This position is contingent upon funding, BRN Approval, and final Citrus College Board of Trustees approval.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE- Demonstrated understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, religious, cultural background, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff;
AND
- Possession of a master's degree in nursing from an accredited/approved nursing program;
AND
- At least three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in an acute pediatric care setting within the previous five (5) years;
AND
- Possession of a valid, active license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN);
AND
- Possession of current BRN faculty approval to teach pediatric specialty.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Teaching experience in an accredited/approved LVN program (at least one (1) year of full-time or its equivalent).
- Teaching experience in an accredited/approved RN program (at least one (1) year of full-time or its equivalent).
- Experience integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into instruction.
- Experience working with students of various cultural, demographic, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds including students with disabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to use a variety of teaching pedagogies that support student retention and successful course/program completion.
- Demonstrated ability to actively participate in program, department, and college committees and shared governance.
- Previous faculty approvals from the BRN and the BVNPT.
Note: To show possession of previous faculty approvals by the BRN and BVNPT, scan and upload a copy of completed Form EDP-P-02 and Form 55M-10 under "Licenses and Certificates" section of the application.
Licenses and Certificates
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES (REQUIRED)- Current California RN License (required).
- To meet the criteria of a clinical instructor, all of the following American Heart Association (AHA) current certifications are needed prior to the start date:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Note: Scan and upload certifications under "Licenses and Certificates" section of the application.
Recruitment Start Date
09/09/2026
Recruitment End Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
10/20/2026
Salary Range
Salary to be determined by the candidate's proper placement on the current Faculty Salary Schedule, which is based on education and experience, and can be found at the Citrus College website. Maximum placement for newly hired instructor is Step 7.
Pay Rate
$78,850 - $108,481 annually
Benefits
Health & Wellness
• Fully-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for eligible employees and dependents
• Choice of HMO or PPO with very low co-pays and out-of-pocket costs
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
. Basic Life and AD&D insurance for employees only
Work-Life Balance
• 10 Sick Days annually
• Professional Learning Opportunities
• No-cost Annual Staff Parking
. Close proximity to the Metro rail system
Financial & Retirement Benefits
• CalPERS/CalSTRS Defined-Benefit Pension Plans
. District paid post-retirement medical, dental and vision for those employees who qualify and their eligible dependents
• 457(b), 403(b), & Roth 403(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
. Longevity Salary Increases
FLSA
Exempt
Department
Academic Affairs Division Administration
If "Other" please specify
Job Category
Assignment
Percentage of Time
100%
Months per Year
10 months
Work Days per Week
175 contract days
Work Schedule per Day
To be determined by the District.
Work Shift
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
ABOUT OUR HEALTH SCIENCES DEPARTMENT
The Health Sciences Department offers three tiers of nursing programs: The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, the Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program, and the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program. The ADN program maximizes the department's ability to offer a complete career ladder in nursing. The department is recruiting to fill a nursing instructor position who is qualified and willing to teach in any of the three nursing programs.
The Citrus College CNA Program is approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), the Vocational Nursing Program is approved by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technician (BVNPT), and the Associate Degree Registered Nursing (ADN) Program has approval from the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Maintain professional and ethical academic standards.
- Provide class and clinical instruction in accordance with established course outlines and the respective board regulations.
- Inform students concerning course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance requirements.
- Maintain necessary attendance, scholastic, and student records and submit them in accordance with published deadlines.
- Prepare and grade class assignments and examinations according to curriculum standards set by the District and the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) and the Board of Vocational and Psychiatric Technician (BVNPT)
-Integrate technology in the learning process when appropriate.
- Teach students with diverse backgrounds.
- Participate actively in staff development and professional growth programs.
- Participate in recruitment activities.
- Meet obligation with regard to grade reporting, scheduled classes, required office hours, and other directions provided by the Director of Health Sciences.
- Active involvement in all aspects of program design, implementation, and evaluation.
- Carry a fair share of other duties (program, department and committee work, curriculum development, community outreach, etc.) necessary for the smooth functioning of the District.
- Provide students with clear and concise learning outcome expectations.
- Design, modify, and implement curriculum.
- Perform other professional duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES- Ability to communicate effectively, in English, with a diverse population both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of the instructional team.
- Evidence of participating in the Online Education program.
- Evidence of developing and assessing student learning outcomes.
- Evidence of active participation in the Program Review process.
- Evidence of computer literacy and experience with standard computer software on Microsoft Windows platform (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canvas or similar).
- Evidence of using and promoting technology-mediated instructional techniques.
- Possess excellent organization skills.
- Possess teaching and clinical experience in pediatric nursing.
Citrus College Diversity Statement
CITRUS COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Citrus College to not discriminate against and to encourage a diversity of applicants based on national origin, religion, age, sex or gender, race, color, medical condition, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, use of family and medical care leave, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, or because they are perceived to have one or more of the preceding characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Applications are considered legal documents, and as such, all areas of the application must be completed, or your application packet will be considered incomplete and will not be moved forward. While it may be appropriate in some areas of your application to use "NA" (not applicable), do not use terms such as "see resume" or "see attached". When listing your work experience, please specify the beginning and end dates for each job you held and describe your experience.
Years of experience requirements are based on full-time employment (40 hours per week). Relevant part-time experience will be evaluated on a prorated basis and credited according to the average number of hours worked per week. For example, two years of experience working 20 hours per week is equivalent to one year of full-time experience.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all required documents, and those additional documents you choose to include, are attached BEFORE clicking the "Finished Attaching Documents" button and confirming. It is advisable to attach "Optional" documents first, and then "Required" documents once you are ready to click on the "Finished Attaching Documents" button and confirming.
Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be complete. A resume will not substitute for a fully completed employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications will be rejected. When listing your work experience, please specify the beginning and end dates for each job you held and describe your experience.
Additional documents CANNOT be added to your electronic application packet once you click on "Finished Attaching Documents" and receive your confirmation number; so, please be sure you have all documents you will upload handy and in an electronic format. THE APPLICANT TRACKING SYSTEM WILL NOT ACCEPT DOCUMENTS LARGER THAN 2MB. IF YOUR DOCUMENTS DO NOT UPLOAD, PLEASE RESIZE/COMPRESS THE FILE. If you do not have all your documents handy at the time you are applying for the position, we advise you to click on "Finish Attaching Documents Later". Be sure, however, to finish attaching your documents BEFORE the close or first consideration date for the position. Please remember, you will NOT be able to attach additional documents after you have selected "Finished Attaching Documents" and have received a confirmation number, and you will not be able to apply for a position after the position has closed.
About Transcripts
ABOUT TRANSCRIPTS
- Candidates must upload copies of all transcripts (need not be official at the time of application) which prove sufficient for verifying minimum qualifications for this position.
- Official transcripts will be required at the time of the job offer.
- Transcripts must be from the awarding institution and must show that the degree has been awarded (or conferred) and the year.
- Degree(s) must be earned (or conferred) from accredited institution(s) or an equivalent foreign institution by the first consideration date for this position.
- All degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript by the indicated first consideration date for this position.
- Foreign transcripts must be transcribed in English AND evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a bona fide U.S. evaluation service.
Selection Process
SELECTION PROCESS
- A selection committee will review application packages of those candidates who have met the minimum qualifications for this position and will select a limited number of qualified candidates for an interview.
- Each candidate may be asked to deliver a presentation on a topic of the selection committee's choice. The candidate will be informed of the topic when an interview appointment is scheduled.
- Each candidate may be asked to complete a writing prompt just prior to the interview.
- Travel costs must be borne by the applicant.
- Final candidates for faculty, management, and supervisor/confidential positions may be interviewed by the Superintendent/President.
- If selected as a finalist, the candidate permits the District to contact current and former employer(s) to investigate employment history.
Quick Link
https://employment.citruscollege.edu/postings/1610