Nursing Peer Tutor

Job Summary

The primary duties for the successful candidate will be supporting nursing students in the Practical Nursing and Associates Degree Nursing programs.

Nursing Peer Tutors will spend a minimum of five hours on the assigned campus each week to assist students. An additional five hours can be spent tutoring via ZOOM hours or in person on campus.

Nature of Work

Provide support to current nursing students, and students seeking entry into the nursing programs.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Performs other functions as required or assigned. Also complies with all Policies and Standards.

Summary of Core Responsibilities:
Possess thorough and accurate knowledge in field/discipline of Nursing.
Demonstrate ability to relate and work effectively with students, peers and the public.
Commit to the mission and objectives of New River Community and Technical College.
Meet the academic demands of the program.
Provide own transportation and be punctual and regular in attendance.
Travel to various campus locations, including evenings.
Be accessible and responsive to students through e-mail, phone, or scheduled hours.
Demonstrate typing and computer skills.
Provide students with constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback in a timely manner.
Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits.
Help create an entry level test preparation course.
Tutor students to help them prepare for licensure exams.

Tutor current PN and ADN students.
Document hours spent tutoring and number of students helped.

Skills:
Demonstrated proficiency in the technical area of expertise.
Well versed in current teaching trends, techniques, resources, and technology for both onsite and virtual learning, as necessary.

Education

Associate's degree - Nursing - Required

Bachelor's degree - Bachelor's Degree, Nursing - Preferred

Master's Degree - MSN - Preferred

Experience

In addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experience is typically required for this position. An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be acceptable.

Two years' teaching experience in higher education - Preferred

Experience utilizing technology including Microsoft Word and other software programs - Required

Experience teaching over an Interactive Video Network/Zoom is preferred.

Experience teaching and/or working in an Allied Health Field - Preferred

Expectations

Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of the College. Each employees position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

MISSION

New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.

CORE VALUES

Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. New River CTC employees will demonstrate these values in our daily work and help instill them in our students.

RESPECT
Promote a culture of belonging.
Recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and perspectives of all individuals.
Involve a diverse range of voices and perspectives in decision-making.
Ensure everyone feels they are an integral part of the College.

HONESTY
Communicate openly and truthfully.
Take responsibility for ones actions.
Provide accurate and transparent reporting of data.
Make decisions based on ethical principles.

EDUCATION
Encourage and support a culture of continuous learning.
Facilitate the sharing of information.
Offer access to a diverse range of educational resources.
Encourage curiosity.
Regularly assess educational programs and supporting services.
Cultivate a workforce of knowledgeable, competent, and skilled leaders.

COMMUNITY
Actively engage with the local community.
Partner with local businesses, organizations, and non-profits.
Meet the educational needs and interests of the local community.
Encourage and facilitate civic engagement among students, staff, faculty, and administration.

VISION

New River Community and Technical College will improve students' lives and will enrich communities as an increasingly integral part of the educational and economic landscape of southern West Virginia.

Disclaimer

This description does not state or imply that the duties listed are the only duties to be performed by the position incumbent. Justification for the information provided on the job description may be requested. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related activities assigned by their supervisor.

All requirements are subject to modification to provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, students, other employees, or the public.