Nursing Instructor (2 Positions Available)

Salary: $56,385.00 - $123,547.50 Annually
Location : Montgomery, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 05906
College/Division: TSCC-201340-Registered Nursing
Opening Date: 03/12/2025
Closing Date: 3/26/2025 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location: Trenholm State Community College

Position Summary

Teach courses and implement the instructional program in accordance with course syllabi, Alabama Community College System policies and guidelines; advise and recruit students; assist in updating curricula; maintain teaching equipment; serve on College committees; support the total mission of the College; coordinate instructional activities with the Director of Nursing, Division Director, and Associate Dean where applicable; and perform other duties as assigned. Position requires extensive knowledge of the instructional discipline.

Salary Schedule: D1
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform assignments and maintain duty hours in accordance with the current faculty schedule. Classes may be taught at either campus and/or at an off-campus site. Classes may be scheduled day, evening or weekends to meet student needs.

Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the course syllabi, facilitate student learning, and assist in implementing the total instructional program.

Promote nursing student education and remediation methods.

Provide instruction in nursing simulation/lab activities to include simulation development/objectives, pre-briefings, debriefings, and diverse scenarios.

Integrate course specific simulation activities/scenarios to promote clinical judgement, critical thinking, and clinical reasoning.

Run, assess, and maintain simulation activity records.

Promote safety throughout the total instructional program.

Maintain instructional related records including student attendance, student grades, enrollment records, competency records, student's plan of study, etc.

Provide timely and accurate "Student No-Show" reports. These reports require instructor signatures and instructors are potentially financially liable for inaccurate reporting.

Maintain classroom and laboratory equipment, supplies, and environments, which promote learning to perform in the current and emerging work world environments.

Complete required surveys and student data requests.

Communicate with program advisory committee members, employers, and former students to receive guidance for upgrading curriculum and instruction.

Provide academic advisement and assistance to students in career decision-making program planning, registration, and job seeking.

Follow-up on graduates and former students.

Coordinate with the college placement office to identify potential employment opportunities for students and to identify students interested in job placement.

Assist in developing and upgrading course syllabi and other curriculum materials.

Manage live work activities, records, and materials where included in the curriculum.

Serve on college committees as needed to support the total mission of the college.

Promote the specific instructional program and the total institution within the occupational area and throughout the community.

Recruit students for classes.

Assist in recruiting, orienting, and supporting adjunct instructors to teach courses in area of responsibility.

Contribute to the welfare and advancement of the total community.

Keep up-to-date with teaching methodology, occupational information, and technology through professional development activities.

Incorporate technology into the teaching/learning experience.

Comply with applicable laws and regulations communicated through memos, staff meetings, and professional development workshops.

Adhere to annual faculty evaluations.

Develop and implement lesson plans, and appropriate test and measurement devices.

Attend faculty meetings, in-service programs, and other college programs and functions, such as commencement and award ceremonies.

Coordinate clinical activities and preceptorships with affiliate clinical agencies.

Maintain expertise in areas of responsibility, and performance must reflect scholarship and evidenced based teaching and clinical practices.

Participate fully in the institutional planning process and assist in carrying out the overall instructional mission of the College.

Maintain compliance with College and program related accreditation and certification standards.

Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts.

Performs other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited college or university.

Minimum of 3 years full-time experience in Nursing.

Ability to facilitate simulation learning for program requirements.

Knowledge in statistical processes associated with exam item development, validity, and analysis.

Ability to perform all clinical and lab duties.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public.

The ability to project a professional and congenial demeanor.

The ability to workday and evening hours dictated by the Nursing instructional schedule.

Performance demonstrates effectiveness in assigned area(s) of responsibility.

Teaching experience in an Associate Degree Nursing program or higher level of nursing education.

Required License, Certifications, or Special Credentials:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Current unencumbered Alabama Nursing License

Preference will be given to applicants with teaching and/or practice experience in Medical Surgical and/or Critical Care.

Certifications related to Medical Surgical Nursing is preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge and experience with curriculum and new program development.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to multi-task.

Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks.

Ability to use email and Microsoft Word proficiently.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed online application packet to be considered for this position. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will not be considered. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. A complete application packet consists of:

• Trenholm State Community College online employment application.
• A current resume, including three (3) references.
• Copy of transcripts that demonstrate the required educational qualifications must be included and must identify the applicant, institution, degree, and date conferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE VERIFICATION
Neither a resume nor an application is appropriate verification of work experience. It is not our policy to contact current and/or previous employers to obtain employment verification. "Work experience verification is required in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the "Minimum Qualifications" section and other related experience. Verification should include dates of employment and position title(s). Proof of work experience verification may be delayed until an official offer of employment using the Work Experience Verification form, which is found on the Human Resources home page. All work experience verification must be completed within 15 days following the employment offer.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Complete application files will be accepted by the Office of Human Resources on a continuous basis and remain active for one year for available positions. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of a position opportunity.

EEOC, E-VERIFY, BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENTS: Trenholm State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Trenholm State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.

Trenholm State Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled by the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. The applicant will be responsible for the cost of the criminal background investigation.

This employer participates in E-Verify.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
7 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave
Not applicable
(off between terms)

Personal Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
15 (5 locally assigned)
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 13.57% (effective 10/01/24)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 12.60% (effective 10/01/24)

Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/18).

Duty Hours
(Hours vary by campus and instructional needs)

Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
1/3 waived after 1st year
2/3 waived after 2nd year
3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.
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Do you have a Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a minimum of 3 years full-time experience in Nursing

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have the ability to facilitate simulation learning for program requirements?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have knowledge in statistical processes associated with exam item development, validity, and analysis?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have the ability to perform all clinical and lab duties?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have the ability to project a professional and congenial demeanor?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have the ability to work-day, evening, and/pr weekend hours dictated by the Nursing instructional schedule?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have the ability to demonstrate effectiveness in assigned area(s) of responsibility?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have teaching experience in an Associate Degree Nursing program or higher level of nursing education?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have knowledge and experience with curriculum and new program development?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills?

• Yes
• No

13

Do you have the ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and manage complicated tasks?

• Yes
• No

14

Do you have the ability to use email and Microsoft word proficiently?

• Yes
• No

15

Will you be able to perform the job functions as stated in the job posting with or without reasonable accommodations?

• Yes
• No

16

Do you have a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification?

• Yes
• No

17

Do you have a current unencumbered Alabama Nursing License?

• Yes
• No

18

Do you have teaching and/or practice experience in Medical Surgical and/or Critical Care?

• Yes
• No

Required Question