Clincal/Lab Instructor - Latham

About Utica University:

Located in the heart of Central New York, Utica University is a comprehensive, independent, private institution founded in 1946 as Utica College. We offer many of the advantages of a large university, such as undergraduate and graduate degree options, excellent academic programs, and outstanding faculty, but with an intimacy and a high degree of personal attention more closely associated with smaller private institutions.

We empower learners to achieve their career and life goals through personally enriching experiences and outstanding educational pathways.

At Utica University, we are committed to creating a working and learning environment where all people feel supported.

Following our institutional values, we work to support diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences in an equitable, respectful, and inclusive environment, while promoting freedom of expression and encouraging civil discourse.

Position Summary:

As a Lab Instructor, the primary responsibility is the implementation of the on-site laboratory and simulation experiences. Instructors are accountable to the Director of Academic Operations.

Responsibilities:

• Instructs laboratory skills and nursing knowledge during scheduled lab sessions
• Teaching expectation is 6 sections per each of the 3 terms. Lab Instructors will be assigned to in-person teaching responsibilities including clinical or didactic coverage if not at full load
• Instructs clinical sections as assigned
• Holds a minimum of 4 hours of open lab/office hours per week
• Effectively evaluates student practice based on course rubrics and guidelines
• Works collaboratively with didactic course faculty to develop active learning experiences to meet the objectives for the assigned laboratory courses
• Maintains current knowledge of the nursing curriculum, policies, and requirements
• Maintains clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise
• Maintains communication with Director of Academic Operations, students, and course faculty
• Prepares laboratory for lab instruction and maintains laboratory facilities following use
• Collaborates with nursing didactic faculty and Director of Academic Operations pertaining to laboratory needs
• Communicates with Director of Academic Operations regarding needed laboratory supplies and equipment
• Assists with maintenance and cleaning of equipment to maintain good working order. Collaborates with Director of Academic Operations on repair needs.
• Constructs and updates a laboratory maintenance, repair, and replacement master schedule to inform budgetary needs
• Communicates with Director of Academic Operations regarding biohazard materials including bloodborne pathogens and sharps disposal in accordance with policy to ensure public safety
• Organizes and labels supply cabinets
• Counsels students on priorities and other matters to provide direction, and directs students to didactic instructors, success coaches or other appropriate persons for information or intervention
• Maintains confidentiality of student records and other information in accordance with FERPA regulations
• Participates in clinical orientation immersions as assigned
• Completes recommended training regarding simulation and nursing education/stays current with simulation recommendations
• Proctors exams as scheduled
• Attend scheduled meetings with course faculty, program meetings, workgroup meetings, etc.
• Mentoring and advisement of students as assigned
• Mentors additional lab instructors as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Master of Science in Nursing required
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in NY (or eligible) required
• 3 years nursing practice with direct patient care experience required
• Teaching experience in nursing preferred
• Online teaching experience preferred
• Simulation experience preferred