Obstetric Clinical Instructor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver quality instruction in clinical, lecture and/or laboratory (if applicable) format based on the approved course outline by selecting and utilizing a variety of approved course materials and teaching methods that address all learning modalities to ensure that the needs of individual students in the program are met.

• Assess student learning using appropriate methods.

• Demonstrate effectiveness with strong outcomes in student retention, student success, and student attendance, as measured by the faculty development program.

• Instruct students in the principles and application of physical, biological, and psychological subjects related to the role of the PN/RN as necessary.

• Plan and coordinate daily learning experiences that individualize both student and client needs.

• Provide learning opportunities that enhance student development in the application of the nursing process, interpersonal skills acquisition, and technical procedures.

• Provide guidance and education to PN/RN students on problem solving and effective communication between co-workers, patients and patient family members across a variety of cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic levels.

• Participate in campus-wide orientation of RN/PN students.

• Supervise and monitor students on an ongoing basis as they perform technical and patient care skills.

• Oversee and assess patient status on an ongoing basis to assure appropriate learning experiences.

• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Operations, Academic Clinical Liaison, and the Director of Nursing to monitor student progress.

• Motivate students by demonstrating sensitivity for concerns and actively involving students in clinical setting discussions and/or activities.

• Advise students on attendance, grades, and issues throughout the module and mid-term to ensure successful completion of their clinical.

• Complete Note to File’s (NTFs) in a timely manner as directed by the Director of Clinical Operations.

• Maintain accurate records of students’ time and attendance, evaluations, experiences, performance, and progress. Report any/all concerns to the Director of Clinical Operations.

• Consults with the Director of Clinical Operations and the Director of Nursing regarding actions to be taken with students who are in jeopardy and/or whose performance does not meet clinical standards.

• Collaborates with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching techniques throughout the externship module. Makes recommendations for improvement of the clinical experience.

• Participates in the development of procedures, clinical protocols, and forms as requested by the Director of Clinical Operations.

• Manage clinical setting environment through compliance with campus policies including but not limited to clinical setting management, attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.

• Ensure instructor preparedness before class by completing required information on the course syllabus to include keeping students abreast of applicable updates.

• Monitor and prepare supplies and equipment to ensure readiness prior to clinical, informing the Director of Clinical Operations when areas requiring attention are discovered.

• Participate in faculty, staff, committee, and in-service meetings. Attendance at commencement is strongly encouraged.

• Demonstrate professional growth in the subject in which you teach through a combination of several of the following activities: membership and participation educational associations, professional organizations, continuance of education, concurrent related business experience, educational research, and awareness of current practices and standards. Attendance at seminars, conventions, field visits, vendor shows, equipment exhibits, etc., are excellent opportunities for instructors to gain enrichment. Professional writing by an instructor is also an example of professional growth.

• Ensure that all educational activity is conducted in a legal and ethical manner.

• Maintain employer relationships by at least annual contacts with employers; both visits can be virtual, either via zoom or telephone conversation. Documented visits will be completed on the Liaison Form.

• Facilitate all clinical courses included in the curriculum if OB is not available and/or when necessary; except Pediatrics, unless experienced.

• **Other related tasks as assigned and deemed necessary.

KNOWLEDGE – SKILLS – ABILITIES:

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as active listening.
• Strong background knowledge of hospital and nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment.
• Must possess strong time management skills and ability to work well under pressure.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, show extreme resourcefulness and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to follow policies and procedures and support the Director of Nursing, Managing Director and the needs of the campus.
• Must be able to express a positive attitude about school activities.
• Proficient with basic office equipment, computers, and computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must document and maintain current, unencumbered Michigan licensure as a registered nurse (RN)
• Experience in Obstetrics is required. Examples: Labor and Delivery background and/or caring for Childbearing mothers as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or a comparable position.
• Must hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in nursing science (BSN) or
  • An individual with an associate degree in Nursing (ADN) who is actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) is qualified to teach in the Practical Nurse program. Courses not entitled “NUR” may be facilitated by an LPN or higher, or a bachelor's degree in the subject taught. Documented enrollment in BSN program required. ‘Exception” paperwork must be submitted with the Michigan Board of Nursing (MBON) prior to instructor teaching.
• One year of documented clinical teaching experience related to the course taught, preferred.

WORKING / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May be required to work late and occasional weekends to support business needs.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; and have sufficient hand, arm and finger dexterity to operate a phone, computer keyboard and other office equipment.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their manager, in order to meet business demands. This is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise and employment with Dorsey College is “at-will”.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dorsey College is an Equal Opportunity employer. The College complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Dorsey College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.

Dorsey College also strives to ensure equal access to educational programs and activities, compliant with Title IX which prevents sex discrimination, including accommodations for pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions. Dorsey College does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator is Ann Victoria Thomas, 31799 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071, athomas@Dorsey.edu, Ph: 248.585.9200, ext. 11228. Dorsey College’s nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/. To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please also refer to https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ and select “Report an Incident” under the Title IX heading.