Nursing Faculty Position Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $1,000.00 Annually
Location : Bremerton Campus, WA
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 23-24-A29
Department: Nursing
Opening Date: 11/27/2023
Description
Adjunct Faculty - Nursing
Salary: $1,000 per credit
Classification: Adjunct Faculty
Department: Nursing
Reports to: Associate Dean of Nursing
The base salary for Nursing Faculty will include an additional nurse educator salary enhancement to meet industry standards according to the current Association of Higher Education Collective Bargaining Agreement and Memorandums of Understanding.
Olympic College is continuously seeking qualified part-time nursing faculty to begin teaching each quarter. The Nursing Faculty at Olympic College is a motivated, caring, enthusiastic, and unique team of individuals who continually strive for personal and professional excellence. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters growth and maximizes the potential of individual students, empowering them to contribute to the health and wellness of the greater community.
Essential Functions

• Prepare and teach courses in the nursing program.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
• Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms as required.
• Prepare and teach theoretical and clinical content across the span of nursing reflective of the philosophy and conceptual framework of the nursing program.
• Determine appropriate clinical assignments for Nursing Students.
• Provide clinical supervision and evaluation.
• Document each student's progress; determine, in collaboration with the student, a plan for achieving success.
• Attend clinical orientation and faculty meetings.
• Participate in theory and clinical course evaluation identifying both strengths and areas for development.
• Collaborate in a timely manner with the Associate Dean of Nursing regarding student and/or course issues.
• Keep abreast of program policy and procedure changes.
• Participate in nursing program academic assessment processes.
• Facilitate scholarly activities.
• Establish and maintain relations with internal and external constituencies.
• Participate in the maintenance of accreditation standards for National League for Nursing
• Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Collaborate with peers and the Associate Dean of Nursing.
• Participate in integration of simulation into theory and clinical courses.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited College or University
• Three (3) years of Clinical Nursing experience
• Current unencumbered RN license in WA State or ability to obtain WA RN licensure Prior to employment.
• Basic level computer competency, including Microsoft Office applications.

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing program with 3 years or more clinical experience within a specialty area may be considered in lieu of a Master's Degree. Specialty areas in high demand include Obstetrics, Pediatrics, and Mental Health.
Desired Qualifications

• Doctorate in Nursing or Education from an accredited college or university.
• Previous teaching experience in a Nursing program.

Successful Applicants will

• Demonstrate strong organizational leadership, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
• Exhibit active involvement in nursing and related organizations.
• Utilize teaching strategies for individual learning styles and unique learning needs of adult, multicultural, educationally disadvantaged, and at-risk learners.
• Prepare all classroom materials based on the approved course outlines and syllabi.
• Model the legal and ethical standard of practice for learners as described by the American
• Nurses Association Code of Ethics.
• Involvement in nursing-related organizations, engagement in lifelong learning activities, and dissemination of information through publications, presentations, and advocacy is strongly encouraged; Foster a climate of respectful, open, and honest discourse.
• Model the use of Nursing Informatics and Information Literacy.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate and build rapport with colleagues, staff, and students as part of an educational team.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possess excellent customer service skills; including building and maintaining internal/external customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate an appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, vision, and values.

Additional Information
Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.
Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.
This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.
Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.
Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initialhire;Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows.
Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.
Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.

• The employee mustreside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application

• Resume

• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.

• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement
Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment include but not limited to unwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is a smoke-free/drug-free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.
Olympic College
Human Resources
1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 - 5th Floor
Bremerton, WA 98337
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic
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01
What is your highest level of education?

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree

02
Describe your area(s) of study.
03
Which best describes your Clinical Nursing experience?

• None
• Less than 2 years
• 2 - 5 years
• More than 5 years

04
Which best describes your level of computer competency, including MS Office applications, Excel, Word, Power Point?

• None
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced

05
Are you licensed or eligible to become licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Washington?

• Yes
• No

Required Question