Position Details Position Information Position TitlePart Time Instructor Nursing Assistant POOLClassification TitlePart-Time InstructorHourly rate Stipend or Load Unit752 per load unitClose DateOpen Until FilledYesOpen Until Filled NotesOpen For 2025-2026 Academic YearPosition TypeEmployee ClassPart-Time InstructorInstructor StatusThis is a part-time instructor position non-represented and non-benefited.Overtime EligibleNon-ExemptFLSA StatusCampus LocationBendPrimary PurposeThe Part-time Instructor of Nursing Assistant provides instruction to students in the Nursing Assistant class directs student discussion and evaluates student performance in the classroom. Provides instruction in the clinical and lab settings for students in the Nursing Assistant course. Prepares students for state certification exam.The focus of student instruction includesApplication of relevant theoretical frameworksDevelopment and refinement of psychomotor skillsIntegration of pathophysiology and disease processesNursing Assistant care of clients across the lifespan with alterations in health in hospital and community-based settings.Nursing Assistant Faculty are expected to create a caring learning environment that will promote active learning and foster critical thinking.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide Nursing Assistant Instruction. The Nursing Assistant Program Curriculum uses a collaborative teaching model. The Primary Instructor uses a variety of teaching methodologies to deliver theory content including lecture demonstrations classroom activities and Canvas activities and exams. Clinical Teaching Associates assist the Primary Instructor to provide instruction in the lab and clinical settings. Skills instruction takes place in a bed lab environment where students practice Oregon State Board of Nursing mandated skills. Students demonstrate skills proficiency in formal check-off sessions in student teams. Acute care and sub-acute care settings in the community allow students to practice direct patient care and check-off skills proficiency with direct instructor supervision.Faculty assignments include providing individual feedback to guide and evaluate student progress. Part-time teaching requires up to approximately 8 load units per term. Teaching occurs during the day evening and weekends. Lab and clinical teaching is in-person. Nursing Assistant faculty are expected to perform all essential duties and tasks specific to the nursing department as outlined in the Nursing Program Faculty Handbook.Serve as Role Model and Supervisor in Areas of Nursing Assistant Practice.Office Hours and Student Contact. Clinical Teaching Associates should be available by appointment for Office Hours. All Primary Instructors are expected to be available to their students outside of class when students are scheduled on campus. There is a minimum of at least one office hour per week for each course taught.Meet as a Condition of Employment. Faculty must meet the minimum requirements for the position and such other appropriate college requirements that become necessary throughout the teaching career. Disclaimer Hiring of the person into this role is contingent upon approval of the Oregon State Board of Nursing OSBN.Department SpecificKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesIndividuals must possess the following knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.College-LevelThorough knowledge in the field of instruction.Visual ability corrected to enable instructors to observe direct and supervise students in laboratory situations.Familiarity with and ability to operate or oversee the operation of audio-visual equipment including overhead projectors film sound systems video television interactive video and audio equipment including computer controlled mixed media presentations as well as medical equipment such as glucometers mechanical and non-mechanical lifts adaptive equipment.Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers online instructional delivery systems and other technologies.Ability to orally communicate effectively with others using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.Ability to communicate effectively in writing using the English language with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.Ability to review understand and apply concepts presented in training programs conferences andor professional literature.Ability to work with department faculty and other COCC staff at all levels.Nursing Department LevelApply values for teaching and learningCreate a learning climate of mutual respect and fairness.Encourage creative and critical thinking.Engage students in an active learning process.Facilitate learning that applies to and enriches a students life.Encourage mutual responsibility for a supportive learning environment.Clarify expectations and encourage student responsibilities for learning.Evaluate student progression across the sequence of courses.Promote learning as a lifelong process.Function as a life-long learner.Willingness to develop knowledge and expertise in any area of the nursing curriculum.Work in a cooperative manner with staff and faculty in the nursing department and individuals at affiliated healthcare facilities.Provide leadership and assist in the direction of the nursing assistant courses.All individuals are required to be able to perform essential functions without a significant risk of injury or to otherwise demonstrate or explain how they can perform the essential functions listed above.Ergonomic RequirementsIndividuals in the Nursing Department must be able to perform additional essential functions with reasonable accommodation according to ADA Standards without risking injury to self or others or threatening the safety of clients or to otherwise provide appropriate documentation how they can perform all essential functions as listed when ability is in questionStrength and mobility sufficient to assist with practicum learning and client care activities.Physical endurance sufficient to complete assigned periods of instruction e.g. 5 8 10 andor 12 hours shifts on days or evenings.Cognitive ability to collect analyze and integrate information and knowledge to make clinical judgments and client management decisions that promote patient safety and student success.Individuals in the Nursing Department may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials in the practicum settings. All college employees who have been identified as having the potential for this exposure are required to complete a hepatitis B vaccination series. Individuals in the Nursing Department also must meet Oregon Health Authoritys other requirements for clinical placement.Minimum RequirementsClinical Teaching Associate candidates must meet qualifications set forth by the Oregon State Board of Nursing Division 61 Oregon Administrative Rules for Clinical Teaching Associates.Current unencumbered license to practice as a RN or LPN in Oregon.One year experience as a licensed nurseCandidates must also meet these qualifications set forth by the CollegeThe candidate must show evidence of expertise in clinical nursing practice with a minimum of one years clinical-based experience in direct patient care or as an instructor in a nursing education program or nursing continuing education program within the last ten years.Requires demonstrated excellence in teaching or promise of excellence in instruction.Strong interpersonal skills and ability to respond to changing demands.Must meet College requirement for computer literacy.Equivalency StatementThe College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.Preferred QualificationsIf qualified and approved by OSBN faculty may act as a Primary Instructor. The Primary Instructor shallImplement the required Board-approved curriculumProvide effective teaching strategies in an environment that encourages student and instructor interactionSupervise and be present in the classroom at least 75 of the time that classes are being taught or for on-line programs be available for consultation and additional clarification at least every 72 hoursEvaluate competency of students.Primary Instructor qualifications set forth by Oregon State Board of Nursing Division 61 Oregon Administrative Rules for Primary Instructors mustHold a current Oregon RN licenseHave at least two years experience as an RNHave evidence of completion of a course on teaching adults or one year of experience teaching adultsHave at least one year of nursing experience in the provision of long-term care facility servicesEEO StatementThe goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age disability sex marital status national origin ethnicity color race religion sexual orientation gender identity genetic information citizenship status veteran or military status pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1 N-2 or N-3.In support of COCCs EEO statement bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk . What is your highest level of education No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License not a degree Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in ProgressBachelors Degree Masters Degree In ProgressMasters Degree Ph.D. in ProgressPh.D.J.D.M.D.Other Doctorate Level Degree Do you hold a current unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse LPN or Registered Nurse RN in Oregon YesNo We recognize the value of skills knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education andor experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable boxes below and explain in the next question why your educationexperience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. I meet all minimum requirements education and experience listed for this position.I do not meet the minimum education degree requirements.My degree is not in the required stated areas.I have less than the minimum years experience in the areas required. As a follow up to the previous question explain how your educationexperience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements please put NA. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. Open Ended Question In support of COCCs commitment to diversity equity and inclusion bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent read and write Open Ended Question Are you a U.S. military veteran COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process you must upload your DD214 and 215 215 if applicable or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the documents in the next step of this application process. Yes I am a veteranNo I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 if applicable forms as proof of veteran status please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirementspreferences of this position. Open Ended Question COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position YesNo The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States be able to arrive in the country and maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support. Are you currently or will you be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date Yes I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date.No. Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you you will receive an email from COCC HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCCs criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes I will provide my consent when requestedNo I will not provide my consent when requestedApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeVitaeCover LetterCollege Transcript 1 unofficialOptional DocumentsUS Military DD 214 License or Certification