"Instructor - Psychiatric Nursing ( Merritt )"

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College Information

Peralta/College Information

Merritt College

Merritt College is a public, comprehensive, two-year college, maintained by the Peralta Community College District in Alameda County. With a comprehensive day and evening program of transfer, technical, occupational and basic skills education, the College is committed to meeting the educational needs of the diverse student population it serves.

Nestled in the hills above San Francisco Bay, Merritt College offers students the opportunity to study in one of the most dramatic natural settings in Northern California. With a panorama that includes the Golden Gate Bridge and the Pacific Ocean, Merritt’s striking vistas provide a breathtaking backdrop for its packed roster of first-rate academic and vocational programs.

Position Information

Job Title
Instructor - Psychiatric Nursing ( Merritt )

Time Base
1.0 FTE ;10 months

Compensation
Salary Range : Step 20 $113,376 .- $129,033/yr. Initial salary placement is commensurate with experience and educational background.

Position Type
Academic

Department
Dean Academic Pathway & Student Success (654)

City
Oakland

State
CA

Job Description Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach assigned lecture and clinical courses in the nursing program in a manner consistent with the department’s standards. The assignment may include teaching within any of the nursing programs.
• Maintain competency in nursing specialties.
• Coordinate the specialty content for the Associate Degree Nursing ( ADN ) Program.
• Fully participate in all aspects of the nursing programs, including development of policies and procedures, planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating all aspects of the program.
• Facilitate the implementation of the evaluation plan of the nursing programs, including monitoring admissions and selection procedures, attrition and retention of students, and performance of graduates in meeting community needs.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for instruction, evaluation of students, planning and implementing curriculum content.
• Participate in division/college/district committees to contribute towards the enrichment of the College, the community, and the profession.

Teaching schedule may include evening or weekend hours as part of contract assignment. Instructors are expected to use and keep abreast of advance teaching methods, including the use of current and future technologies to support student learning and career objectives.

The Instructor is also responsible for providing a full professional service week that may include, but is not limited to, the following:

• Teaching, teaching preparation, maintenance of office hours and student advising, and maintenance of student rosters, class records and grade completion in accordance with District policy and procedures;
• Performing departmental duties such as program and curriculum development, evaluation and revision, and selecting appropriate instructional materials, and working with administrators and other faculty to develop a comprehensive precollegiate program;
• Participation in professional activities such as departmental and campus committee work, faculty peer evaluations, staff meetings and participation in the governance structure of the College and District;
• Pursuing professional growth activities to remain current in discipline and teaching methodology;
• Performing professional outreach activities (e.g., working with administrators and other faculty, as part of course development and depending on need, by participating in an industry advisory committee for a program, working with inter-segmental education partners-such as high school, adult school and other colleges- and industry partners to design and implement effective basic skills curricula and career pathways in the discipline, etc.); and
• Performing other related duties as assigned by the College.

Minimum Qualifications

1. May submit a fully satisfied lifetime California Community College Instructor Credential authorizing service to teach nursing courses. ( THE CREDENTIAL WILL NOT SATISFY THE REQUIREMENTS FOR TENURE )

OR

2. Possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing

OR

3. Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing

AND

Possession of a Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in health education or health science

4 The minimun qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher

OR

5 The equivalent qualifications.

( Candidates who claim equivalency must provide conclusive evidence, as clear and reliable on the college transcripts as required on the District Equivalency Application Form. Refer to the Equivalency Procedures below. This is not a process to waive the minimum qualifications.) Note: Foreign Degree(s) must be evaluated by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service.

6 Understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Desirable Qualifications

1. At least one (1) year experience in teaching courses related to nursing or completion of a course that includes practice in teaching nursing.
2. Must be eligible for or hold a California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
3. Three (3) years experience within the last 5 years as a registered nurse, providing direct patient care; or equivalent experience and/or education.

Application Deadline Date
June 30, 2026

Open Date
02/10/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Failure to follow the requirements below may result in your application being disqualified.

Required documents and applications are only accepted through the online process. Please do not mail or fax your application.

Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.

Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions prior to the final interview.

Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s) (non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.

Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.

Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. List of References
2. Resume
3. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Cover Letter
3. Letter of Recommendation 1
4. Letter of Recommendation 2
5. Letter of Recommendation 3
6. Training/Certification Document