Nursing Faculty

Nursing faculty are professionals with the education and practice skills to prepare the next generation of nurses. Faculty members are accountable to the Dean of Nursing for the implementation of the approved curriculum based on the mission and philosophy of the nursing program and the Institute. Faculty members provide students with opportunities to acquire the knowledge and practice the skills identified in course objectives using varied and appropriate teaching methods. They plan learning activities to meet program outcomes based on the standards set by policies, legal and other regulatory requirements, and acceptable practices. Faculty also participate in the program's evaluation and continuous improvement process and engages in personal professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience of at least two years in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse.
• A master's degree in nursing from an accredited program. 
• A current active unencumbered license as a registered nurse in Florida
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication and analytical skills.
• Excellent teaching and classroom management skills
• Functional abilities to carry out classroom, clinical, and laboratory teaching responsibilities
• Competence in current clinical skills in areas of teaching.
• Competent in personal computer applications: word processing, spreadsheet, database, and email.
• Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screening
• Maintenance of required immunizations, CPR, and HIPAA certifications.