Position is responsible for providing Nursing instruction within the Associate Degree Program. Position is also responsible for providing clinical education and supervision at multiple clinical education centers.  The instructor is responsible for providing an active learning environment and teaching courses that enable students to achieve program learning outcomes and prepare for a career as a nurse. The instructor creates a safe, student-centered learning environment that is respectful of diversity and places learning at the center of the students’ educational experiences.

This position will be open until filled, with a first review date of June 16, 2025. After this date, the recruitment may close without further notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

1. Provide instruction for assigned classes, with accountability to entire program, i.e., classroom, laboratory and clinical.
2. As primary instructor, mentor other instructors/program trainers in lecture, laboratory, or clinical.
3. Provide on-site office hours during clinical teaching times, and classroom and laboratory times.
4. Remain current with industry needs to assure graduate outcomes that meet the workplace expectations.
5. Participate in advisory committee and clinical education subcommittee meetings.
6. Develop and maintain industry relationships.
7. Engage in ongoing student learning assessment to determine effectiveness of instruction and curriculum.
8. Create a classroom/lab environment that is respectful of diversity and demonstrates a commitment to multiculturalism.
9. Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administrative offices, and according to state regulations.
10. Identify students needing assistance and refer students to Student Services.
11. Collaborate with Student Services and the Learning Resources staff members to help students adjust to the learning environment.
12. Remain current on developments in the teaching field so that instruction is delivered for a variety of learning styles, uses the latest supportive technology and utilizes alternative delivery methods.
13. Maintain course curriculum following state guidelines.
14. Prepare and update course syllabi (using BTC guidelines) for each course taught, and work cooperatively with members of other departments and programs in coordinating courses.
15. Update and maintain current course outcome summaries.
16. Work cooperatively with college staff in the selection and ordering of course and lab materials.
17. Participate in staff development activities and serve on college improvement teams and college wide committees as appropriate.
18. Assist in the enforcement of college regulations and report student conduct violations to administration.
19. Cultivate a personal interest in communities served by the college and participate when possible with community activities.
20. Assist in student and staff recruitment, retention, and job placement activities for graduates.
21. Attend department, division and faculty meetings; hold weekly office hours, and other duties required to meet student, employer, and college needs.
22. Assist the Chair/Dean in other duties as assigned.
23. Meet Wisconsin Technical College System requirements through the Faculty Quality Assurance System.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree in Nursing.
2. Two years (4,000 hours) of nursing experience, of which at least one year (2,000 hours) shall be within the five years prior to date of appointment.  One year (2,000 hours) of nursing experience may be waived if the occupational instructor has at least two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the field of nursing within five years prior to the date of appointment.
3. Current or eligible for Wisconsin license to practice as an R.N. Must be licensed to practice as an R.N. in Wisconsin by the employment start date.
4. Current American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR certification.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Previous teaching experience in nursing. 
2. Medical/Surgical and/or long-term care experience desired.

Blackhawk Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

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