classes, labs, and hybrid/online courses, as required, both on campus and at alternate locations. This individual helps coordinate and attend advisory committee meetings; attends workshops, seminars, and conferences to upgrade teaching skills; assists in the development of curriculum, as needed; and maintain program computer labs. All LIT faculty are responsible for recruitment and retention as a part of achieving the Institute’s Shared Vision of Growth and Excellence.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Actively engage students in the learning process
- Maintain ethical and professional behavior
- Maintain knowledge of and adherence to the policies and procedures contained in the TSUS and LIT Policies and Procedures Manual
- Participate in college service, which may include, committee work and advising and/or tutoring students
- Teach classes during the fall, spring, and summer semesters as required by the department including Early College High School/dual credit courses in classroom, laboratory, office and clinical settings; including online courses
- Travel to clinical agency sites and essential meetings locally and out of town may be required
- Schedule may include day, evening, night and/or weekend shifts, since clinical experiences are scheduled to coincide with the usual work environment of nurses.
- Provide mentorship to dual credit partners/mentees
- Attend Teaching and Learning Center sessions to enhance teaching skills
- Stay abreast of national matters and trends in education
- Assist in the development of curriculum as needed
- Verify student’s completion of course requirements
- Maintain knowledge of the nurse educator and nursing student roles according to the Texas Board of Nursing
- Follow specific guidelines for supervising students and preceptors in the clinical area as appropriate
- Counsel and advise students as needed and in accordance with LIT, Department of Allied Health & Sciences, and Nursing Program policy
- Adhere to policies of LIT, Department of Allied Health & Sciences, and the Nursing Program
- Perform other related duties, as required
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in any subject along with a bachelor’s in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program with at least six (6) graduate semester hours in nursing appropriate to assigned teaching duties
Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas
Three (3) years’ experience in nursing
Knowledge of teaching methodologies/pedagogical strategies
Ability to work well in a team environment
Knowledge of Texas Board of Nursing rules for nursing practice and nursing programs. Knowledge of best practices for teaching and learning in nursing, including simulation
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree or higher in nursing
Three (3) years’ experience in nursing education
Certified Nurse Educator
Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator
Supplemental Information
Physical Requirements:
This position requires the ability to: remain sitting and standing for extended periods of time, occasionally move about inside a classroom or office to access documents, equipment etc., constantly operate a computer or other office equipment, the ability to move patients and effectively manipulate required equipment.
