Assistant Professor of Nursing (Vocational Nursing Program) - 12 months

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Assistant Professor of Nursing (Vocational Nursing Program) - 12 months FLSA Exempt Contract Length 12 months Class Summary

Responsible for providing instruction within the appropriate department/program. Programs include potential assignments in the Associate Degree in Nursing program, Vocational Nursing program, and any additional programs in the COM Nursing Department. Develop and revise curriculum and course work. Provide scheduled office hours for student consultation. Serves on College committees as needed and assigned. Participate in student orientation, instructional, and advisement activities as needed and assigned.

Benefits at College of the Mainland

Paid Leave

• Holiday Leave (observed College holidays that include winter break and spring break)
• Sick Leave - 8 hours accrued per month for full-time employees
• Personal Business Leave - up to 24 hours per fiscal year

Additional Leave Programs

• Sick Leave Bank - optional employee participation program for extended illness protection

Education Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement at College of the Mainland for employees and eligible dependents

Retirement Benefits

• Participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) (based on eligibility)
• Voluntary retirement savings options:
• 403(b) Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Available through approved vendors

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plans with employer contribution
• Free access to campus fitness facilities and equipment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling and support services

Professional Development

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Leadership development programs (e.g., COM Leadership Academy)
• Conference and certification support

Campus & Community Perks

• Supportive, mission-driven work environment focused on student success
• Opportunities for community engagement and partnerships
• Safe and collaborative campus culture

Position Type Faculty Employment Status Full Time Position Funding Regular Minimum Education/Training/Experience

Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Must have a current Texas RN license or eligible for Texas licensure. Consistent active work experience within the past three (3) years in the nursing field required.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience

Master of Science in Nursing. One (1) year of teaching experience in a community college setting. If the selected candidate possesses a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, they will be expected to teach in any nursing program within the department.

Minimum Knowledge & Skills

• Principles and practices of teaching;
• Training techniques;
• Detailed knowledge of material being taught in the specific course and program area;
• Knowledge of student engagement techniques;
• Maintains accurate documentation and records
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with students, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Ensure timely, clear, and professional communication across multiple stakeholders, including students, faculty, college departments, clinical partners, and accrediting agencies.
• Ability to teach any classes assigned
• Current, evidence-based knowledge in nursing practice
• Ability to integrate real-world experience into teaching
• Adapts teaching methods for diverse learners (including nontraditional students)
• Dependable, punctual, and accountable
• Empathy toward students, colleagues, and patients
• Ability to provide constructive feedback with kindness
• Open and approachable for students
• Organized with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrates clear, concise, and professional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Effectively prioritizes tasks and manages multiple deadlines
• Proactively communicates progress, challenges, and solutions
• Highly motivated contributing team member

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

N/A

Job Duties

• Comply with COM and Nursing Department Policies and Procedures to ensure a positive learning environment for student instruction and to support the activities of the college and to attend meetings and training as required.
• Prepare teaching / learning activities to promote clinical judgement.
• Develop and revise curriculum and course work.
• Prepare online learning platform for courses
• Meet clinical assignments.
• Prepare clinical schedules and arrangements for assigned agency in a timely manner.
• Supervision of students caring for 1-3 patients.
• Coordinate safe nursing care of patients by student.
• Maintain Texas RN Licensure and credentials.
• Maintain current immunizations and CPR as required by clinical agencies.
• Maintain a minimum of 7.5 scheduled office hours per week to be available for students.
• Participate in committees and meetings and be in attendance 90% of the time.
• Models ethical, compassionate care
• Upholds academic and clinical standards
• Serves as a role model and mentor for students and new faculty
• Advocates for student success and academic integrity
• Participates in program improvement and leadership initiatives
• Any other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

Unencumbered Registered Nursing license in the state of Texas.

Physical Requirements

• May work indoors in classroom, skills lab, and office, travel to clinical assignments. Work with students, staff, and patients during clinical teaching experience. Occasional irregular hours or weekend work.
• Clinical shifts will be for a period of 12 hours and may be any day of the week
• Physical: High physical demand. Must be able to stoop, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and assist in patient care/clinical teaching situations, or demonstrate ability to perform tasks successfully. Possible exposure to communicable diseases through patient care clinical experience. Occasionally assist in two-person lifting of patients. Identifying specific weights lifted in a transfer is difficult because it is dependent upon the amount of assistance the patient is able to offer.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F308P Candidates that are eligible apply Internal/External Special Instructions to Applicant

Please NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisors name and phone numbers and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state "unknown" for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application.

Minimum Salary Range Bachelors: $59,175 Masters: $67,344 Doctorate: $78,935 Mid Point Salary Range . Maximum Salary Range Bachelors: $75,854 Masters: $85,418 Doctorate: $100,475 Posting Open Date 05/21/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.com.edu/postings/4578 EEO Statement

College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Applicants must list all relevant employment history that is documented on their resume. Have you listed your complete employment history on this application?

• Yes

• No

• • Applicants must list (4) four references with at least (1) one being a supervisor. Are you able to provide those references?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have consistent active work experience within the past three (3) years in the nursing field?

• yes

• no

• • Do you have a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing?

• yes

• no

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts (1 of 3)
• Cover Letter
• Licensure/Certification

Optional Documents

• Additional Transcripts (2 of 3)
• Additional Transcripts (3 of 3)
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Additional Licensure/Certification