Nursing Adjunct

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Nursing Adjunct Role Title Role Code 01011-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 285A0000 Agency Patrick & Henry Community College Division Patrick & Henry Community College (Div) Work Location Martinsville

• 690 Hiring Range $38/hr and/or $987/credit. salary is dependent upon job responsibilities and could vary based on student needs. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

Possibility of 12 hour shifts. Position may have day and evening classes for upcoming semesters, daytime availability is preferable.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.

Organizational Objective:

P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the diversity of Virginia, with more than 40 percent of current students coming from racially and ethnically diverse backgrounds. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of underserved populations and a commitment to helping these individuals attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution.

Purpose of Position:

A registered professional nurse who assumes responsibility for planning, teaching, and evaluating students in the clinical area. The instructor shares in the total responsibility of providing quality instruction for the students. The adjunct faculty will become familiar with the philosophy, objectives and policies of the nursing program and the Nursing Student Handbook. The adjunct will become familiar with the college-wide adjunct faculty handbook, the college catalog, and college policies. Attend selected meetings as designated by the dean/college/nursing director. Shall maintain professional competence and provide evidence of completion to the nursing office through activities such as active practice, continuing education programs, conferences, workshops, seminars academic courses, research projects and professional writing. Participate in academic advising, and counseling to assigned group of students. Confer with the nursing program director regarding clinical rotation plans, assigned clinical agencies, and assigned group of students. Plan orientation day at assigned clinical facility for designated time on the assigned unit and for other clinical agency clinical adjunct onboarding requirements. This will be coordinated through full-time nursing faculty or the nursing program director. Attend student orientation for clinical site as needed. Select patient assignments and plan learning experiences on the clinical unit according to classroom instruction, course objectives, and student needs. Review clinical objectives with students, conduct pre/post conferences for each clinical day, Assist students in the integration and reinforcement of learning by relating knowledge and skills of nursing and other disciplines to the learning experiences of the clinical setting. Provide supervision and guidance for the student using components of the nursing process with the assigned patient in the clinical setting. Serve as a role model and resources person to student clinical groups. Be accessible to students at all times in clinical situations. Assist faculty to develop, implement, and evaluate the philosophy and objectives of the nursing education program. Assist in the designing, implementing, teaching, evaluating and revising clinical curriculum. Assist in developing and evaluating student admissions, progression, retention and graduation policies within the P&HCC framework. Provide opportunities for student and graduate evaluation of curriculum and teaching and program effectiveness by connecting students to departmental surveys. Document actions taken in faculty and committee meetings as needed. Review, correct, comment on care plans/concept maps/other designated written clinical paperwork required for clinical experiences and return to students or lead faculty the following week. Evaluate and record student progress and confer at the end of each rotation and end of semester in terms of strengths, and areas where improvement is needed; complete the written evaluation of student clinical performance on designated form. Maintain an environment conducive to learning. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with staff and personnel of clinical agencies. Maintain accurate records of attendance for clinical students and record and report to full-time faculty. Report to the lead/core full-time faculty any student problems or concerns that may occur in the clinical setting; record date and time of occurrence, document the events/concerns/situation, conferring with nursing program director as needed. Note occurrence on clinical evaluation form for involved student, and ensure student dates and signs name. Assist with instruction in skills laboratory as needed, and additional duties as assigned.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Current VA license or multistate licensure to practice nursing in Virginia as a registered nurse without any disciplinary action that currently restricts practice.

• Bachelor Degree in the Field of Nursing ; if current staffing would alter the percentage of MSN prepared faculty to less than 50% , a MSN is required.

• Must have two years of direct client care experience as a registered nurse prior to employment by the program.

• Must participate in annual professional development according to Virginia Board of Nursing Regulations.

• AHA BLS CPR certification

• Must be able to follow BON Regulations for Nursing Education Programs 18VAC90-27-10 et seq.

• Use a computer and other technologies for instruction.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Walk, stand, lift as needed.

• Exposure to potential communicable diseases.

• Work up to 12 hour shifts if needed.

• Provide immunization history.

• Pass a criminal background check and drug screen as required.

Additional Considerations

Previous teaching experience (not required).

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Not at this time.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number ADJ_1653P Recruitment Type General Public

• G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/26/2024 Job Close Date 10/27/2024 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.patrickhenry.edu/ Contact Name Kierra Stockton Email kstockton@patrickhenry.edu Phone Number 276-656-0203 Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/71487

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Describe your educational background.

(Open Ended Question)

• Describe your nursing experience including types of nursing units or specialty areas where you have worked.

(Open Ended Question)

• Describe any teaching or precepting experience you have had in your role as a licensed registered nurse.

(Open Ended Question)

• Are you requesting consideration through the Alternative Hiring Process and have you received an approved AHP Letter from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI)? Please attach your AHP Letter.

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcript 2

• AHP Letter

• License