Clinical Nursing Instructor- Watts College of Nursing

Duke Nursing Highlights:

 

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

 

Clinical Nursing Instructor- Watts College of Nursing

 

Want to be a part of excellent and have a passion for educating, Duke University Health System- Duke Regional Hospital, Watt’s college of Nursing is seeking to hire a Clinical Nursing Instructor who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

 

Schedule:

 

• Monday-Friday 8 hours and 12 hours shifts depending on clinical course.

 

Work Performed

 

The Clinical Nurse Instructor performs specialized, professional nursing work instructing students. The Clinical Nurse Instructor instructs student nurses in the theoretical and clinical aspects of the practice of nursing. Consults with administration on Watts College of Nursing, in developing curriculum content, course outline and teaching schedules in conformity with objectives of the nursing program and accreditation standards. Instructs students and facilitates discussions about accepted methods of nursing practice including professional aspects of nursing, theories of physiology and psychodynamics, assessment of functional health patterns, nursing interventions, medical, surgical and allied health treatments(such as observing and recording symptoms and applying principles of asepsis and antisepsis, etc.).Interacts and collaborates with nursing service personnel to supplement classroom learning with practical experience in nursing units or community; assigns students to patients and observes performance in actual nursing situations. Uses evidenced based practices as applicable in the clinical setting. Prepares, administers and grades examinations to determine student performance and achievement; maintains necessary records to indicate student progress. Assists students through observational and participative experiences to apply nursing theory, the nursing process and nursing techniques in clinical settings. Counsels students on educational and related problems; facilitates problem-solving process; offers advice and assistance as needed. Makes recommendations to administration, Watts College of Nursing in developing curriculum content and improved teaching and nursing techniques. Discusses instruction al or related matters with administration, Watts College of Nursing; strives continuously to improve quality of student nursing instruction. Participates with other faculty members and student committees in planning and coordinating extracurricular activities to promote the cultural, physical and social development of students. Serves on various professional and faculty committees such as student affairs, faculty development, student services, curriculum, health and guidance; acts as advisor to student organizations. Attends professional workshops, conferences and other educational meetings to promote growth, broaden the knowledge and skills of the faculty and to improve the quality of nursing education. Assists in the preparation of reports required by national and state accrediting agencies. Participates in quality improvement activities in both the school and the corporation. Performs related work as required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

Extensive knowledge of professional nursing theories, techniques and practices, including the organization and operations of the nursing staff. Thorough knowledge of the purposes and functions of modern schools of nursing education and their relationship with health care delivery. Thorough knowledge of philosophy, objectives and curricula of diploma education. Thorough knowledge of state laws governing the education and registry of professional nurses, and curricula content of nursing specialties. Thorough knowledge of instructional and educational methods and techniques. Considerable knowledge of modern principles of management and supervisory methods, practices and techniques. Considerable knowledge of health care agencies/hospitals organization and functions of departments, policies, regulations and procedures. Considerable knowledge of current literature and new developments in the nursing field. Ability to coordinate educational experiences with nursing staff personnel. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of the professional nursing education pr