RN Instructor Health-Assessment and Nutrition Jacksonville

Jersey College is an institution of higher learning with a vision to be nationally recognized through our dedication to excellence and innovation in nursing education while offering pathways for professional growth. Since our founding, Jersey College has graduated over 9,000 nurses.

The faculty member is responsible for ensuring the academic and personal development of the students through didactic instruction. Working in the classroom, the faculty member prepares and mentors future students. Faculty members are responsible for ensuring that the curriculum is up-to-date, that effective delivery methods are employed, and that all students are treated in a fair and equitable manner.

Position: Didactic Instructor

Essential Functions:

• Assisting in the development of curricula and lessons
• Preparing and utilizing approved lesson plans and examinations
• Writing, evaluating and implementing assessments
• Preparing student progress reports and grade reports
• Evaluating student competence based course objectives
• Implementing evaluation devices of student learning to measure progress and competency
• Creating a classroom/clinical environment which fosters students' academic growth and guides their professional development
• Participating in academic advising and guidance of students
• Providing tutoring (group and private)
• Attending faculty meetings
• Participating in committees and school events

Job Requirements:

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to address student needs and resolve issues with diplomacy and tact
• Ability to maintain and report on student information
• Interpersonal skills including questioning, listening and showing concern
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Possess a high degree of integrity
• Commitment to the success of the students and the institution
• An outgoing, approachable style and a passion for helping students succeed
• Exceptional teamwork skills
• Computer literacy skills including working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Minimum Qualifications: Health Assessment

• BSN required; MSN preferred
• Current State or Multistate RN license required
• Minimum of 3 years recent experience as a Registered Nurse
• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required

Minimum Qualifications: Nutrition

• Bachelor's Degree with 15 semester hours or 23 quarter hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited school
• Masters' degree in related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years experience in the specialty field
• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required

Jacksonville Campus | Jersey College - School of Nursing