Clinical Instructor/Clinical Resource Registered Nurse Part-time Nursing Department (9-month term)

Position is a part time, 14 hours per week position.

This position is responsible for clinical instruction. This position requires the instructor to keep current on evidence-based approach to skills; and provide a learning environment that allows students to meet the educational outcomes of the BSN Nursing Program. To achieve these outcomes, faculty and students form a partnership in an atmosphere of stewardship and mutual respect.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Clinical Instruction
   1. Maintain ongoing and collaborative work relationships with nursing clinical level leads, faculty members, clinical facilities, students, and close communication with the Program Director.
   2. Effectively communicate clinical guidelines and procedures to students.
   3. Support student learning throughout the clinical learning experience by maintaining open and professional communication with students and clinical preceptors.
   4. Maintain communication with students regarding their clinical project for support and to reinforce learning.
   5. Assist with assessment and evaluation tools as requested.
   6. Attend all select faculty meetings.
2. Professional Development
   1. Participate in professional organizations.
   2. Achieve advanced degrees and certification.
   3. Maintain proficiency in teaching and clinical practice.
   4. Develop expertise in Native American culture relating to health care and education.
   5. Attends selected professional development activities.

Minimum Qualification

BSN required. MSN preferred.  Must possess RN licensure in Montana. Must possess excellent skills in communication, collaboration, computer applications such as an EMR and able to work in a fast-paced team environment. Must be able to work a minimum of 12-hour shift in healthcare organizations. Preferred higher education experience in teaching at the BSN level; prefer a minimum of three years of clinical experience.