Part- Time Instructor, WCE Nurse Aide Instructor

At Sandhills Community College, we are committed to the health and well-being of our employees, their families, and children across North Carolina. Recently, we became a Family Forward NC Certified Employer. Family Forward NC Employer Certifications, issued by the North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation’s (NCECF) Family Forward NC initiative, designate employers that offer policies and practices that support the health and well-being of working families and children.

Summary

The Part-Time Nurse Aide Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction in Workforce Continuing Education Nurse Aide courses at Hoke High School. Under the direction of the program coordinator, the instructor facilitates classroom, laboratory, and clinical learning experiences that support student achievement of course competencies and state-approved Nurse Aide program outcomes.
This position supports secondary students participating in career and college pathways and may include opportunities for summer instruction. The instructor is responsible for maintaining compliance with North Carolina Nurse Aide education requirements, supporting student success, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with college and high school personnel.

Essential Functions

• Provide classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction in Nurse Aide courses in accordance with North Carolina and Sandhills Community College requirements. 
• Demonstrate commitment to student achievement of course competencies, curriculum objectives, and program outcomes. 
• Prepare and deliver instructional materials, demonstrations, and learning activities that support student engagement and skill development. 
• Evaluate student performance in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings in accordance with program policies, competencies, and established evaluation criteria. 
• Maintain accurate and timely records including attendance, grades, clinical documentation, skills checklists, and other required program records. 
• Orient students to classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments, including safety procedures and professional expectations. 
• Coordinate and supervise student clinical experiences and patient assignments in alignment with course objectives and previously learned concepts. 
• Conduct student conferences, provide feedback regarding performance, and support student progression and success. 
• Participate in implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement of the educational program. 
• Maintain regular availability for student support and communication with faculty, staff, clinical partners, and high school personnel. 
• Serve as an academic advisor and mentor students as appropriate.
• Maintain current knowledge of nursing assistant education standards, healthcare practices, and instructional methodologies. 
• Support departmental and college initiatives, including student recruitment, retention, outreach activities, and program engagement efforts. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator, Department Head, or Dean.
• College-Wide Competencies:
  • INTEGRITY– Demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical behavior, honesty, and transparency in all interactions within the college. Upholds the college's values, policies, and standards, and serves as a role model for others by consistently doing what is right, even when faced with challenges and pressures
  • EXCELLENCE– Strives to achieve the highest standards of quality in all aspects of work, demonstrating dedication to continuous improvement, delivering quality results, contributing to the overall success of the college and its mission.
  • RESPECT– Demonstrates an appreciation for the dignity of individuals within the college. Treats students, colleagues, and community members with kindness, fairness, and consideration to foster a welcoming culture. Respects differing viewpoints and contributes to a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • OPPORTUNITY– Demonstrates the ability to recognize, create, and seize opportunities that contribute to personal growth, student success, and the advancement of the college's mission. Encourages and supports others in identifying and leveraging opportunities for improvement, innovation, and development. Actively seeks ways to maximize potential and foster a culture of continuous learning and progress.
• HELPFULNESS– Demonstrates a commitment to service by being approachable, responsive, and proactive in providing support to students, colleagues, the community, and environment (both physical and cultural) of the college. Fosters a positive and collaborative culture where individuals feel valued and empowered to seek assistance and resources. It helps create a culture of belonging and engagement in which students can learn and achieve success.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina. 
• Minimum of two (2) years (4,000 hours) of nursing experience as a Registered Nurse in the United States. 
• Meets at least one of the following requirements: 
  1. Completion of a course in teaching adults; 
  2. Experience teaching adults; or 
  3. Experience supervising nurse aides. 
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification. 
• Knowledge of teaching and learning principles, clinical instruction, and healthcare safety practices. 
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, clinical partners, and secondary school personnel. 
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use email, learning management systems, and standard office software applications. 
• Preferred education and experience: 
  • Previous teaching or instructional experience in a community college, secondary, or healthcare training environment. 
  • Experience working with high school students, Career and College Promise (CCP), or dual enrollment programs. 
  • Experience in clinical supervision and healthcare workforce training. 
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.

Sandhills Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, religion, age, ancestry, mental or physical disability, military status or veteran status.