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Faculty - Nursing
Job Description
Department Nursing Faculty
Commitment to Mission
This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to PTC students and employees is essential.
About PTC
Pittsburgh Technical College is a private, non-profit and regionally accredited institution committed to higher education excellence and focused on academic and professional success. Located in Western Pennsylvania since 1946, PTC awards associate and bachelor’s degrees and certificates in these areas: Business, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Design and Engineering Technology, Healthcare, Nursing, Information Systems and Technology, Trades Technology, and Energy and Electronics Technology. The PTC college experience is empowering and culminates in internships and clinical rotations for on-campus, degree-seeking students.
Purpose of Job
This position is primarily responsible for teaching in a discipline or discipline areas in which the incumbent has specific education, training and/or competence. Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student learning in keeping with PTC’s learning centered values and in a manner, that meets the essential competencies of a PTC educator. Responds to students in a timely manner and communicates with the discipline and division via college-provided tools and resources.
Education Requirements
Minimum of master’s degree in Nursing required (MSN) from an accredited institution.
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
Doctorate Preferred
REQUIRED TRAINING OR CERTIFICATIONS:
CPR BLS
Experience Requirements
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certification in Nursing Education preferred.
- Academic teaching experience preferred.
- Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people and institutions.
- Excellent skills in oral and written communications.
- Experience with Microsoft programs and learning management systems.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
50% Teaching Effectiveness
- Teach up to 5 class-sections with 1 – 3 preparations per week.
- Perform effectively in the learning environment by being prepared, maintaining discipline, and engaging students in the learning process.
- Address student academic issues such as student attendance, student persistence, and/or tutoring needs.
40% Curriculum & Assessment
- Deliver program curriculum by creating and following weekly lesson plans.
- Refresh courses by using new teaching strategies and/or revamping course materials. Work in conjunction with student advisors, team leaders, and Director of Nursing chairs to resolve students’ nonacademic issues.
- Grade student assessments within a week, as well as record attendance, grades, and information regarding student progress in the Student Information System (SIS).
- Use Blackboard to provide course/supplemental materials and communicate with students using course announcements, discussion boards, and/or collaborate sessions.
- Serve as a role model for the students by demonstrating an excellent work ethic; portraying professionalism, including dress; and providing motivation for industry success.
- Stay current on industry, market, and competitive trends.
- Participate in some form of approved professional development each year as discussed and agreed upon with your Director of Nursing at a minimum of 8 hours per year.
- Work in conjunction with the Curriculum and Assessment Coordinator and Director of Nursing on course revision, curriculum mapping, and outcomes assessment.
- Maintain current curriculum on departmental network drives in an organized manner.
- Document efforts to improve student learning based on assessment results on SLO Report and other institutional assessment reports.
5% Extracurricular Activities
- Attend all graduation activities. Graduation dates are posted on the master calendar.
- Support PTC student and employee events as appropriate, which may be held on Saturdays or evenings.
5% Team/Institution/Outreach to Community
- Participate in all faculty meetings, team meetings, and other departmental/institutional functions.
- Serve as a liaison to all other PTC offices; i.e., Admissions, Career Services, Financial Aid, Student Services. These offices will periodically communicate with students through instructors or through the Student Advisors.
- Work effectively as a team member to support PTC’s mission.
- Participate as requested in the orientation/open house sessions, held on Saturdays and evenings.
Participate as requested in community events and networking opportunities.
Responsibilities
Physical Demands
Must be able to perform the essential job functions.
Other Job Information
BENEFITS: Full-time – 40-hour work week
TRAVEL: Various travel requirements depending on clinical location may be required.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: Must pass criminal background check prior to starting position.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT: PTC is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds for all positions. PTC believes that the gathering and celebration of unique experiences, qualities, and cultures enriches the workplace. Our mission is to champion a community of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in a spirit of civility.
To learn more about DEI’s mission, vision, and values, Visit the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion webpage
ACCOMODATION STATEMENT: Pittsburgh Technical College (PTC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), PTC does not discriminate against applicants, employees, or students with qualifying disabilities. PTC will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability. To request reasonable accommodation, please email hr@ptcollege.edu
Work Schedule
WORK SCHEDULE:
The faculty office schedule covers the ten-hour period between 7:00 am – 5:00 pm for day classes. Full-time Faculty are scheduled to work a nine-hour schedule within this time frame. Most of these hours require the faculty member to be on campus to full fill their duties of instructing classes, office hours for students, tutoring hours, and time required for department/staff and committee meetings. Faculty are permitted to go off-site to complete grading, write curriculum, etc. as their schedule permits. Faculty working off-site must notify their Director of Nursing that they will be working off-site.
Evening and Saturday clinical site visits may be required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Equipment used includes desktop or laptop with Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
- Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
- Work generally performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
Starting Pay Rate Competitive salary
Job Category Faculty
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Posting Number F045P
Job Open Date 09/17/2021
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
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