Nursing (Registered Nurse-RN) (Simulation) Assistant Professor
Position Summary
The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.
The goal of the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program at American River College is to prepare an entry-level registered nurse, who can function effectively in the rapidly changing healthcare environment.
The Associate Degree Nursing program supports the mission of American River College to provide high quality education for a diversity of students, to develop integrity and intellectual curiosity, and to prepare students for the challenge of social, economic, and technological change. Furthermore, American River College is a premier learning community that transforms and enriches people’s lives. The faculty is committed to providing accessible, success oriented, high quality nursing education to meet the diverse and changing healthcare needs of the community and region, and to promoting the development of qualified students for the professional role of registered nurse at the entry level. Graduates of this program meet the education requirements to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN). Utilizing principles of adult and collaborative learning the responsibility of the faculty of American River College Associate Degree Nursing Program is to facilitate the student’s understanding and ability to meet the competencies for nursing practice through the design and evaluation of learning experiences. There are five types of learning experiences in the program: concept-based experience, case-based experience, intervention skill-based experience, focused direct patient care experience, and integrative practicum (OCNE). The curriculum incorporates evidence-based nursing theory and practice, general education, and the sciences in an environment supportive of learning. The framework is organized into three domains: the patient, healthcare, and nursing. Within each domain are concepts and exemplars of those concepts, which represent important practice phenomenon in nursing.
The faculty member shall be responsible for:
- Facilitating learning experiences for all levels of medical surgical OB, pediatric and mental health nursing in skills and simulation lab and classroom settings using high fidelity simulation mannequins and providing clinical supervision of students in the Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) program as needed.
- Teaching didactic seminar presentation.
- Collaborating with fellow colleagues to update curriculum, laboratory activities, skills assessment, accreditation, etc.
- Utilizing a variety of teaching methods and technologies such as Canvas to keep students motivated and engaged.
- Collaborating with the Director of Nursing to develop clinical partnerships and build program presence in the community.
- Participating in program and community education outreach events.
- Mentoring and supporting student club activities.
- Assisting in the development of projects, grants, and accreditation efforts for the benefit of the program and students.
- Working effectively and collegially with other members of the department to achieve program success. Performing other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or Division Dean.
American River College seeks employees who:
- Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusion
- Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competence
- Fulfill the professional responsibilities of their position
- Regard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time, and energy
Position Salary Information:
Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (Download PDF reader) (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.
Typical Duties
The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:
- NURSE 400 FIRST SEMESTER ADN NURSING
- NURSE 410 SECOND SEMESTER ADN NURSING
- NURSE 420 THIRD SEMESTER ADN NURSING
- NURSE 430 FOURTH SEMESTER ADN NURSING
To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s in nursing OR Bachelor’s in nursing AND Master’s in health education or health science; OR the equivalent* OR the minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
- Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area which can be met by A or B below:
- (A) One (1) year continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in medical surgical nursing; OR
- (B) One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in medical surgical nursing or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency.
- Completion of at least one (1) year experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing.
- Hold and maintain a current California Registered Nurse (RN) license with no disciplinary actions.
- All degrees and licenses must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20, 2026.
- Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.
NOTE: Faculty teaching primarily in simulation will be expected to work toward obtaining Simulation Certification within the first year of employment.