Nursing Instructor

Nursing Instructor (On-Site)

Rasmussen University

Topeka, KS

Rasmussen University is currently looking for an accomplished Master’s prepared nurse who is passionate about helping nursing students succeed in meeting their educational goals. Rasmussen is a great place to work if you are seeking a fulfilling yet challenging career opportunity in a growing fast paced nursing program!

The Nursing Instructor is responsible for instructing students in assigned courses according to the course plan. This individual is responsible for teaching courses in a variety of modalities while providing guidance, direction and support appropriate for student learning. This individual will evaluate and provide consistent feedback on student’s performance and will be accountable for overall program outcomes

Responsibilities:

• Deliver instruction in courses that align with documented qualifications and areas of expertise, assigned by the school.
• Ensure all instructional activities, required contact hours, and instructional delivery responsibilities based on modality (including laboratory, simulation, and clinical experiences) are completed in accordance with school policies, accreditation standards, program requirements, and the faculty handbook.
• Maintain regularly scheduled weekly office hours to support student learning, provide academic guidance, and address student questions in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate consistent and meaningful instructional presence based on assigned modality and in accordance with school policy.
• Support and are accountable for the achievement of student learning outcomes through participation in curriculum implementation, assessment activities, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with accrediting body standards.
• Accountable to NCLEX preparation throughout the program.
• Full-time faculty are expected to teach a full workload. Part time faculty are permitted to teach no more than 30 hours per week.
• Faculty are expected to participate in quarterly professional development week activities to support ongoing education.
• All faculty are expected to attend all campus meetings, faculty team meetings, and other meetings as designated by their Dean.
• Faculty may be expected to participate in committees and campus events as designated by the Dean.
• Faculty are encouraged to attend graduation ceremonies and community events held off campus as designated by the Dean.
• Faculty are expected to support new faculty onboarding as designated by the Dean.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Active RN license that has never been encumbered
• A master’s degree in nursing is required. Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which our campuses operate.
• 3 years’ experience as a registered nurse.
• Self-motivated, flexible and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, peers and community partners.
• Excellent written communication and strong verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to provide professional licenses and certifications required for specializations and clinical compliance in the state in which you are teaching.
• Must adhere to the school’s policy on faculty immunizations and be able to provide proper documentation.
• Teaching experience preferred.
  
  
  

About Us:

American Public University System (the System) is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) (www.hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. HLC accredits degree-granting institutions nationwide and is also recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The System is comprised of American Military University, American Public University, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. The System is authorized by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and other appropriate agencies in the states where it has campuses. The System is authorized to operate as a postsecondary educational institution by the Illinois Board of Higher Education. American Public University System, Inc., which operates the System, is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. American Public University System, American Public University, and American Military University are not affiliated with American University or the U.S. Military.

It is the policy of Rasmussen University to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Rasmussen University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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