Associate Instructor of Practical Nursing

Title: Associate Instructor of Practical Nursing

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: TCAT-Knoxville

Department: Practical Nursing

Campus Location: TCAT Knoxville - Knox Regional Health Science Education Center

Job Summary

Are you an experienced registered nurse ready to share your clinical expertise and help shape the next generation of nursing professionals? The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Knoxville is seeking a dedicated, full-time Associate Instructor of Practical Nursing to join our team at the Knox Regional Health Science Education Center and at times the Knoxville main Campus.
At TCAT Knoxville, our mission is to prepare students for successful careers in high-demand fields, and our Practical Nursing program is a vital part of that work. As an Associate Instructor, you will play an essential role in preparing compassionate, competent, practical nurses who go on to serve patients and families in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians’ offices, and home health settings throughout East Tennessee. You will join a supportive faculty team and have the opportunity to combine your passion for nursing with the rewarding work of teaching and mentoring.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality instruction that fosters student learning and cultivates a positive, professional learning environment. You will guide students through classroom and laboratory experiences as well as off-site clinical assignments, ensuring that every learner receives the support and encouragement needed to thrive on the path to licensure.
This is a full-time, twelve-month position working 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., with a thirty-minute lunch; some assignments take place at off-site clinical locations. The position offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive State of Tennessee benefits package, and the deeply rewarding experience of helping students launch meaningful careers in healthcare.

ABOUT THE PRACTICAL NURSING PROGRAM
The TCAT Knoxville Practical Nursing program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing. Upon completion, graduates earn a diploma in Practical Nursing and may be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN), which is required for nursing licensure in Tennessee. Practical Nursing is an entry-level nursing program that prepares graduates with the knowledge and skills to provide knowledgeable, basic nursing care to patients with varying degrees of physical need. Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) practice under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, with employment opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physicians’ offices, home health agencies, and a variety of other healthcare settings.

BENEFITS
As a TCAT Knoxville employee, you will have access to the comprehensive Tennessee Board of Regents benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance; a retirement plan plus optional deferred compensation savings; paid annual and sick leave and paid state holidays; educational assistance programs, including tuition discounts for employees and eligible dependents; a wellness program; and optional benefits such as flexible spending accounts and short- and long-term disability coverage.

Job Duties

• Instruction & Student Learning
  • Facilitate the classroom, laboratory, and clinical instructional process in a manner that fosters student learning and creates a positive, engaging environment.
  • Select and apply the instructional methods best suited to students’ needs, interests, and abilities.
  • Evaluate and monitor student progress, assign grades, and maintain accurate attendance and grade records.
  • Provide academic assistance, counsel, and advise students, and work proactively to support student retention.
  • Develop and administer fair, objective assessments that measure student learning and mastery of program competencies.
  • Maintain required classroom and office hours. - (Essential)
• Course & Curriculum Development
  • Assist program in selecting texts, equipment, supplies, and other learning resources, and participate in the purchase of needed program supplies and equipment.
  • Develop instructional materials and create or revise courses and curricula as needed.
  • Maintain current, accurate course syllabi aligned with program competencies to meet Tennessee Board of Regents and Tennessee Board o