Instructor, Cardiorespiratory Sciences - Fall 2026
Job Description
*This position is OPEN until filled.
Reviewing applications as received.
Diversity Statement
About the College of Southern Nevada
Founded in 1971 and situated in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area, the College of Southern Nevada is the most ethnically diverse college in Nevada and the first to receive the HSI designation. We've prioritized providing an affordable, collaborative, and welcoming environment that allows all students to shine. CSN is a fully accredited institution offering hundreds of degrees and certificates in 70 academic programs. CSN proudly hosts students from all 50 states and over 60 countries with a student population that mirrors Clark County Nevada, one of the most diverse counties in the US. More than one-third of our students are first-generation, half are Pell Grant eligible, and nearly three-fourths are part-time.
The College of Southern Nevada, a Minority Serving Institution designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) provides associates and select bachelor's degrees. Consistent with CSN's mission, vision, and values we are passionate about fostering an environment where our highly diverse students achieve, succeed, and prosper.
Institutional Commitment to Diversity
The College of Southern Nevada recognizes that embracing diversity maximizes faculty and staff contribution to our goals and provides the best opportunity for student achievement. We seek faculty who demonstrate their commitment to our communities and value diverse perspectives. Faculty are intentional about providing culturally responsive instruction to promote creativity, innovation, growth, and academic excellence.
We strive to uphold our mission, to create, and preserve an environment that is dedicated to achieving educational access, equitable resources, inviolable dignity, and opportunity for all to participate, prosper, and reach their full potential.
We ensure that all our work and efforts are transformative and build a truly Students First institutional culture. We commit to the journey ahead, embrace difficult conversations, examine implicit biases, and remain steadfast in our continuous process of improvement. We do this by creating, uplifting, and centering all the voices and experiential knowledge of our students, employees, and campus communities.
CSN is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination based on race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, and veteran status in the programs or activities which it operates.
Why Live and Work in Southern Nevada?
The region has an environment where professional satisfaction and career achievement are paired with optimal quality of life in a locale with abundant opportunities for work and leisure. Southern Nevada is an excellent base camp for outdoor recreation. Popular nearby hiking and rock-climbing spots include Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Red Rock Canyon, the National Conservation Area, Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, and Valley of Fire State Park.
Residents enjoy vibrant urban and suburban communities, within the cities of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson, world-class restaurants, and beautiful parks. The region features a reasonable cost of living, with affordable prices on everything from housing to utilities to groceries compared to most major cities across the nation. Thanks to its mild winters and ample sunshine, the area appeals to a variety of age groups, from retirees to early career professionals. There are plenty of family-friendly activities available to keep families busy. Las Vegas is also a haven for professional sports fans with the NHL Golden Knights (2023 Stanley Cup Winner), WNBA Las Vegas Aces (2022 and 2023 National Champions), NFL Raiders Football Team, Las Vegas Lights FC and the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Benefits of Working at CSN
- Grant-in-Aid: Tuition & fee assistance for employees and their families at NSHE institutions.
- Time Off: CSN provides a variety of time off options to help employees manage their work-life balance.
- Holidays: All CSN employees receive 12 paid holidays per year.
- Benefits: CSN offers attractive and customizable health insurance plans for employees and dependents.
- Retirement Plan: Participants contribute 17.5% with 100% employer match.On-site Early Childhood Education Center services available.
- Learning & professional development opportunities.
- Active CSN Affinity Groups that focus on campus-wide diversity initiatives to create a welcoming campus climate.
For more information about the benefits offered at CSN, please click the link https://www.csn.edu/benefits-retirement
Position Summary
Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide didactic and/or laboratory instruction in the Baccalaureate program; provide clinical supervision at multiple sites with varied shifts.
- Develop curriculum, syllabi and course materials; participate in program development and review.
- Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes.
- Maintain office hours for student advisement and remediation; participate in recruitment activities, community service, and professional development.
Required Qualifications
- Current RRT credential, Baccalaureate degree in Respiratory Therapy, Cardiorespiratory Sciences, education, or equivalent (related) field, from a regionally accredited College or University plus clinical experience. OR
- Current RRT credential, Associate's degree from a CoARC accredited program and a minimum of 10 years extensive clinical experience. A successful candidate will be expected to attain at least a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution within 36 months of initial employment with CSN.
- Current Nevada license within 4 months of the date of hire.
- Current AHA certifications in BLS.
- 7 years of clinical experience in all patient age populations and acuity.
- 3 years of clinical supervisory, managerial, or educational experience.
- Current Nevada Blood Gas license within 4 months of the date of hire.
- Membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in RT, Education, Public Health, Health Administration or equivalent, from a regionally accredited College or University.
- Other advanced NBRC credentials (NPS, ACCS, CPFT, RPFT, SDS) or Asthma Educator (AE-C).
- Current AAP instructor in NRP.
- Current AHA certifications in BLS, ACLS, or PALS.
- Experience as a clinical preceptor for students.
- Documentation of active participation in the applicant's local respiratory community (Lung Association, etc.).
- Membership in other healthcare or related professional organizations.
- Prior teaching experience in Respiratory Therapy, Cardiorespiratory Sciences, or equivalent program.
Starting Salary Range
Initial salary placement is based on educational level and total years of full-time equivalent teaching experience. For example, for an instructor with a Master's degree, the salary range would be $58,046 to $74,304 annually. The entire salary range is up to $89,166 annually with a Doctorate and 10 years' experience. A maximum of 10 years of experience will be considered for initial salary placement purposes.
CSN offers a generous benefits package comprised of excellent health insurance including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, basic life insurance, and supplemental options (long-term care, short-term disability, and legal). Comprehensive retirement plans, employee assistance programs, tuition discounts at the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions. As well as tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. Perks encompassing on-campus employee discounts, professional and personal development opportunities; and statewide employee purchase programs. Join a dynamic team investing in our future, Students First.
Bargaining unit Faculty members hired are eligible for relocation expenses reimbursement in accordance with the College of Southern Nevada Faculty Contract CSN-NFA Contract 2022-25.
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