Instructor, Nursing - Fallon

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(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

Academic Faculty Contract, 171-day, Tenure Track, Benefits Eligible.

Western Nevada College (WNC) is seeking a dynamic and adaptable Nursing Instructor primarily based in Fallon, Nevada. This position plays a key role in WNC’s strategic expansion of its Nursing Program across its service region and in the ongoing transition of curriculum to meet the evolving healthcare and educational environment.  Preference will be given to candidates residing in or near Fallon. This position operates within a multi-site program structure and reports to designated nursing and site leadership, including site-based and program directors. Teaching assignments, modalities, and primary work locations are determined by program needs and will evolve over time. Regular travel to other WNC campuses and service areas is required. Faculty may be reassigned or relocated within the service region. Flexibility in teaching responsibilities and work location is an essential requirement of this position. This position is subject to a background check.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver nursing curriculum in classroom, laboratory, clinical, and simulation settings, with primary assignment in Fallon and additional assignments as needed across the service region.

• Teach across multiple levels of nursing education (CNA, LPN, ADN/RN) and support pre-nursing and pipeline programs, including outreach to high school partners.

• Prepare and deliver engaging learning experiences that incorporate active, innovative, and evidence-based teaching methodologies.

• Adapt instruction to support evolving curriculum models, delivery formats, and student populations.

• Supervise and evaluate students in clinical and laboratory settings, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends as assigned.

• Evaluate and provide timely feedback on assignments, exams, and clinical performance in accordance with program standards.

• Participate in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of nursing curriculum and program outcomes.

• Engage in formalized student preparation, success, and support activities designed to promote preparation, retention, progression, and completion.

• Collaborate with faculty and staff across campuses to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment of instruction.

• Participate in faculty committees, college governance, program review, and accreditation-related activities.

• Engage in professional development and maintain current knowledge of clinical practice and nursing education.

• Participate in community engagement and workforce development initiatives, particularly in rural service areas.

• Balance independent instructional leadership with accountability to program and site leadership, including responsiveness to direction and consistent implementation of program decisions, policies, and assigned responsibilities.

• Maintain compliance with all college, program, and Board of Regents policies and procedures.

• Foster an environment of civility, inclusion, and non-discrimination.

• Perform duties safely in environments where latex may be present.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master‘s degree in nursing (MSN) from a regionally accredited college or university; AND a minimum of four years of clinical experiences in an acute care setting. A combination of academic teaching and clinic practice experience may be substituted for the years of experience requirement, OR

• A Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited college or university and current enrollment in a Master's of Nursing (MSN) program from a regionally accredited college or university with demonstration of satisfactory academic progress; AND a minimum of six years of clinical experience in an acute care setting. A combination of academic teaching and clinic practice experience may be substituted for the years of experience requirement. NOTE: Employment for candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree (BSN) is contingent on approval by the Nevada Board of Nursing. Approval will be sought by Western Nevada College;

• Competency in current medical/surgical nursing practice required. Preference will be given to candidates with additional competencies in pediatric, maternal child and/or simulation experience; AND

• Current licensure as a registered nurse in Nevada or eligibility for such licensure

Preferred Qualifications:

• College classroom and/or clinical teaching, curriculum development, instructional design, and laboratory simulation and supervision

Department Contact Information:

• Lisa Castillo, Administrative Assistant 4, Nursing and Allied Health: lisa.castillo@wnc.edu

Minimum Starting Salary Information: 

The minimum of the placement range for this position is $74,592. The salary grade is based on the selected candidate's level of academic preparation: COMMUNITY COLLEGE ACADEMIC SALARY GRADES. The selected candidate will be placed at or above the minimum based on years of related, professional experience. WNC's placement range falls within the NSHE salary schedule: ACADEMIC SALARY SCHEDULE-COMMUNITY COLLEGES.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Resume

• 3 Professional References

This posting is open until filled
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

TITLE IX STATEMENT

WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion.

WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator:

Victor Navarro at TitleIX@wnc.edu or (775) 445-4235

Western Nevada College

2201 West College Parkway

Bristlecone Building, Room 154

Carson City, NV 89703

 

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

 

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

 

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

 

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Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

 

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