Practical Nursing Instructor

College: Louisiana Delta Community College

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Nursing, Allied Health & Safety

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Salary: $50,000-$53,000

Duties and Responsibilities

The Practical Nursing (PN) Instructor is responsible for providing high-quality instruction, supporting student success, participating in program assessment and accreditation activities, and contributing to the overall mission of Louisiana Delta Community College.

Teaching and Student Learning

• Teach an assigned instructional load of up to 15 credit hours per semester in classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical settings.
• Plan, develop, and deliver engaging, evidence-based instruction that meets course objectives and supports diverse learning styles.
• Develop and revise course materials, syllabi, and instructional resources in accordance with Louisiana State Board of Practical Nurse Examiners (LSPN), accreditation, and College requirements.
• Evaluate student learning through a variety of assessment methods and maintain accurate academic records.
• Maintain regular office hours and provide timely communication and academic support to students.
• Assist with student advising, placement, progression, and retention initiatives.
• Support and mentor adjunct/associate faculty as assigned.
• Utilize assessment data and student learning outcomes to improve instruction and curriculum.
• Teach courses during day, evening, weekend, or alternative schedules as needed.

Curriculum Development and Program Assessment

• Participate in the planning, implementation, evaluation, and revision of the Practical Nursing curriculum.
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure consistency and continuity across courses.
• Develop and assess student learning outcomes and implement continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in program evaluation, accreditation activities, and regulatory reporting.

Professional Development

• Maintain current knowledge and clinical expertise through continuing education and professional development.
• Remain current with best practices in nursing education, instructional technology, and healthcare.
• Participate in ongoing self-evaluation and implement improvements to teaching effectiveness.
• Maintain all professional licensure, certifications, and credentials required for the position.

College and Community Service

• Participate in faculty meetings, college committees, task forces, and departmental activities.
• Assist with student recruitment, orientation, registration, advising, retention, and graduation activities.
• Participate in faculty selection and mentoring activities as assigned.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clinical agencies, healthcare partners, and community organizations.
• Support program and institutional accreditation efforts.
• Assist with departmental planning, budgeting, and achievement of strategic goals.
• Represent the College through community engagement and professional activities that promote the mission and values of Louisiana Delta Community College.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education

A practical nurse instructor must be a licensed registered nurse with three years of nursing experience. At least one of these three years must have been as a medical-surgical hospital staff nurse providing direct patient care. An applicant for nurse instructor must have practiced as a nurse for a minimum of six full-time months during the three years immediately preceding application. A Louisiana license or Compact license is required.

The successful candidate must also be service-oriented, promote excellence, and embrace a commitment to professionalism. Applicants should have demonstrated commitment to the philosophy and mission of Louisiana Delta Community College. Applicants should also demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty, and staff from a variety of backgrounds

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, Louisiana Delta Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Louisiana Delta Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Louisiana Delta Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.