7662 Chanute Street NE
Moses Lake, WA 98837-3299
509.793.2008
FAX 509.762.6355
TDD 509.762.6335
TOLL FREE 1.877.745.1212
http://www.bigbend.edu
#14-34 August 14, 2014
NURSING INSTRUCTOR
Full-time, non-tenure-track position
SALARY: The starting salary will be determined by placement on the BBCC salary index matrix (S.I.M.). The base salary shall be $43,343 with the opportunity of a higher placement on the matrix based on formal verification of relevant experience, credentials and/or degrees from accredited institutions. The contract is for 173 days as outlined in the Negotiated Agreement. This position is fully funded for three academic years.BENEFITS: Big Bend Community College provides a robust benefits package. The benefits, programs,
and services offered are a sizable amount of an employee’s overall compensation and an
important factor in encouraging a healthy work-life balance. Our package includes health,
vision, and dental insurance for the employee and dependents; life, AD&D, and long-term
disability insurance, all provided over 12 months; ten days of sick leave are earned every
academic year. Participation in a defined contribution retirement plan is mandatory with both
employee and employer contributions.
SCHEDULE: The 173-day contract includes three weekly office hours and 22 weekly student contact hours. Although most of the lecture and campus lab instruction occurs between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., a portion of the clinical teaching may occur in early morning, late afternoon, or evening hours and/or off-campus locations.
STARTING
DATE: Full-time teaching contract starts September 15, 2014.
DEADLINE FOR
APPLICATION: Open until filled. First review of applications will begin August 28, 2014 at 12:00noon. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so your prompt response is encouraged.
BIG BEND COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS COMMITTED TO INCREASING ITS CULTURAL DIVERSITY AMONG PROFESSIONAL STAFF. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE MEMBERS OF PROTECTED GROUPS TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.
THE POSITION:
Big Bend Community College is a small rural community college located in the sunny, central part of Washington State, and is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Big Bend Community College serves over 5,000 students annually, with an annualized FTE of approximately 2,100, in a 4,600-square-mile service district including 15 communities in Grant and Adams Counties and the Odessa School District in Lincoln County with on-site, online instruction, and interactive classrooms.
Our college seeks faculty who can emphasize the academic success of their students, and who love to teach. We particularly welcome those who will be active participants in our small but thriving college community.
The Nursing Program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Washington State Nursing Quality Assurance Board. The program capitalizes on the use of modern technology, including utilization of high fidelity simulation. The program serves up to 24 students in each year of the two-year program and maintains a low student to faculty ratio.
DESCRIPTION:
This position is part of the instructional team for Big Bend’s “career ladder” healthcare program for those entering the nursing profession. This faculty member is responsible for teaching in a variety of healthcare areas and situations through lecture, lab and clinical instruction. The program’s “career ladder” includes three levels of certification; the beginning level is a one quarter Nursing Assistant “(NA) class; after four quarters of programmatic instruction, students are eligible for the Practical Nursing (PN) certificate; the career ladder culminates at the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
· Prepare and teach on-campus and off-campus lecture, lab and/or clinical instruction in nursing, especially in medical/surgical areas. Teaching assignments are determined by college needs and/or the individual’s background and experience and may include day, evening/night, online or occasional weekend classes.
· Evaluate and develop or modify curriculum to reflect current standards of nursing practice.
· Maintain or develop competence in current medical and educational technology.
· Implement a current professional development plan.
· Maintain current student files and monitor required materials.
· Support students’ academic success by maintaining regular office hours, advising students and providing service to students with special needs.
· Utilize effective computer skills including Internet, Word, PowerPoint, email and information technology resources.
· Participate as an active member of working committees dealing with instruction, college-wide and department assessment, student matters and/or college related concerns.
· Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and be a contributing member of the campus community.
· Maintain positive and effective communications with the healthcare education team, students, faculty, administration and staff.
· Foster a flexible, healthy learning environment with respect for student and staff diversity.
· Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth and development.
· Assume other duties as assigned by division chair or administrator.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
At the time of application, all applicants must possess the following:
· A Master’s degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution; however, candidates possessing a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and currently enrolled in a MSN program with completion expected by June 2016 will be considered.
· A current unrestricted license as a registered nurse in Washington State or be able to attain prior to employment.
· At least two years of recent, full-time equivalent experience as a registered nurse and evidence of current clinical skills in nursing, particularly in medical and surgical areas.
· Strong computer skills especially in accessing and utilizing computerized resources.
· Demonstrated ability to work well with students and colleagues.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
· Teaching experience within the last three years in a community college or post-secondary setting.
· Experience with implementation of strategies to improve student success and retention.
· Experience with computer applications for instructional purposes; e.g. PowerPoint, Word, Internet, Outlook.
· Experience in e-learning modes including online delivery and hybrid, and enhancing traditional classes with interactive multimedia presentations and Internet resources.
· Use of innovative teaching methods such as coordinated studies or team teaching or using “active learning” based curriculum.
· Experience with data driven assessment.
· Demonstrated ability to get students excited about learning.
· Bilingual (Spanish) fluency.
· Demonstrated multicultural experience (fluency in other languages, work experience, or literary/cultural/travel experience) which add breadth and depth to teaching.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered for this position, all applicants must submit all of the following application materials:
· Completed and signed BBCC employment application form and short summary of applicant's experience and training for each minimum and additional desirable qualification outlined above
· Professional resume.
· Copies of college transcripts of all collegiate work completed or in progress (upon contract offer, official transcripts will need to be submitted).
· Copies of all professional licenses.
· Two current letters of recommendation or a recent placement file containing at least two current letters of recommendation. All letters must have been written within the last year, be signed and dated, and be from a person having firsthand knowledge of the applicant’s professional qualifications. Letters should address how the applicant’s qualifications and experience relate to the position.
Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded for consideration by the Screening Committee
Application materials must be picked up from the BBCC Human Resources Office or downloaded from our web site (*see instructions below). All application materials must be received in the college Human Resources Office. Application materials can be faxed or e-mailed to the Human Resources Office if followed up by the hard copy in the mail. All application materials become the property of BBCC and will not be returned or photocopied.
*The BBCC Employment Application and Information for Federal and State Reporting Purposes Form may be downloaded from the BBCC website www.bigbend.edu. Click on Information Center, click on Job Opportunities, click on the Employment Application and then go back and click on Information for Federal and State Reporting Purposes Form.
For further information, contact the BBCC Human Resources Office, Building 1400, and 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837-3299, 509.793.2008 or e-mail: . Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday.
TEACHING DEMO:
Applicants selected for an interview will be required to give a short (approximately 10 to15 minutes) presentation illustrating his/her teaching skills on the topic of hypertension.
SPECIAL NOTES:
A stipend may be offered to out of state candidates selected for an interview.
Big Bend Community College hires only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States, and, if hired, requires written proof and verification of legal work status.
Big Bend Community College is a smoke free agency in accordance with state law.
Big Bend Community College provides a drug free, healthful, safe and secure work environment in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible when the need is identified in advance.
Big Bend Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, physical, mental or sensory disability, veteran status or genetic information in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment non-discrimination policies: Kim Garza, Vice President of Human Resources and Labor/Affirmative Action Officer, Big Bend Community College, Human Resource Office, 7662 Chanute St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837, 509.793.2010.
If it is necessary to correct or modify this announcement, changes will be posted at the Big Bend Community College Human Resources Office and the WorkSource Moses Lake Office (Employment Security).
Employment will be contingent upon favorable background check.