PT LPN-RN Instructor

Location : Wilmington - Downtown Campus, NC

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty

Job Number: 23-00058

Division: Health Sciences

Opening Date: 11/13/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Position Description

DEFINITION:

To provide classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction to LPN-RN and/or Associate Degree Nursing Students.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receives direct supervision from Program Director, LPN-RN.

May occasionally receive general supervision from full-time instructional staff.

May exercise functional and technical supervision over instructional assistants. Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

ESSENTIAL AND OTHER IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS STATEMENT:

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Conducts clinical laboratory so as to meet program/course/clinical outcomes; assists the Program Director/team members in scheduling clinical activities as indicated.

Notifies specified person (e.g., Course Coordinator, team member, Department Chair) of illness, emergency, or anticipated absence as early as such absence is known.

Utilizes approved assessment forms and clinical evaluation criteria/tools according to instructions given to provide continuity and consistency for the student.

Completes evaluation tools for each student and schedules individual conferences at least mid-semester and at the end of each semester; evaluates students fairly on the basis of program criteria; shares ongoing evaluation with students and Coordinator/team members in a timely and constructive manner.

Makes suggestions to the Program Director regarding clinical experiences, outcomes, evaluation process, and other areas of interest and concern.

Remains current in clinical and professional expertise through clinical practice, attendance at workshops/classes, and other activities.

Provide both online and face-to-face classroom, lab, and clinical instruction to students.

Prepare lesson plans and schedule classroom and clinical activities; develop and prepare supplemental materials.

Develop and prepare tests and other tools to evaluate student performance; grade and record individual scores.

Provide classroom demonstrations on various equipment and machinery; develop laboratory assignments to provide hands-on experience as appropriate.

Participate in curriculum development, implementation, evaluation, and change; attend faculty meetings as required.

Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to program needs or accreditation requirements.

Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to the required teaching area and in accordance with CFCC policies and guidelines. Other Important Functions:

Oversee and participate in clinical assignments; travel to clinical agencies to evaluate students and preceptors, and provide assistance and instruction as appropriate.

Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate various textbooks and select books to be used for future classes.

Participate in a variety of student-related administrative activities including reviewing admission requirements, progression, and qualifications for graduation.

Demonstrate competence regarding the handling of hazardous substances such as bloodborne pathogens; continually undergo training and train students in such procedures.

Participate in all functions related to the implementation of the program's systematic plan for evaluation.

Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required. Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

Classroom, laboratory, and clinical instructional techniques and procedures.

Principles and procedures of academic and instructional program development.

Current trends, research, and development in the area of assignment.

Principles and procedures of record keeping.

Principles and techniques involved in test development and administration.

Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Ability To:

Interpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

Communicate clearly and respectfully, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Demonstrate proficient use of technology and equipment.

Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:

Making observations

Reading and writing

Communicating with others

Operating assigned equipment

Handling varied tasks simultaneously

Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which include the following:

Standing or sitting for extended periods of time

Operating assigned equipment

Preparing and presenting instructional material

Bending, stooping, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds

Maintain mental capacity, which allows the capability of:

Making sound decisions

Responding to questions

Demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Minimum Education/Training:

A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Must have a current, unrestricted North Carolina RN license.

Have education in teaching and learning principles for adult education, including curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation, appropriate to the assignment. Once completed, this education need not be repeated if employing organization is changed. This education may be demonstrated by one of the following:

(A) completion of 45 contact hours of Board-approved continuing education courses;

(B) completion of a certificate program in nursing education;

(C) nine semester hours of graduate course work in adult learning and learning principles;

(D) national certification in nursing education; or

(E) documentation of completion of structured, individualized development activities of at least 45 contact hours approved by the Board. Criteria for approval shall include content in the faculty role in curriculum implementation, curricular objectives to be met and evaluated, review of strategies for the identified student population, and expectations of student and faculty performance.

Have knowledge of current nursing practice for the registered nurse and the licensed practical nurse. Minimum Experience:

For nursing faculty, a minimum of two calendar years prior to full-time employment or the equivalent in clinical nursing practice as a registered nurse. Preferred Education/Training, Experience, Skills:

Master's Degree in Nursing is preferred.

Prior experience in teaching nursing education is preferred. Supplemental Information

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.

Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.

Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.

To claim veterans' preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are fully committed to the principles and practice of equal employment and educational opportunities. The College does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees in any programs and activities provided on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender (including gender identity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and any other applicable statutes and CFCC policies.