Hudson County Community College
Position
Vacancy Notice
Instructor, Tenure-Track, Nursing (OB/PEDS)
School of Nursing and Health Professions
Posting date: November 17, 2023
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Hudson County Community
College (HCCC) seeks an Instructor-Tenure Track-Nursing (OB/PEDS)for the Nursing Program to join its award-winning and nationally recognized
institution. This is an exciting time to be a part of the HCCC community. The College recently launched its 2021-24 Strategic Plan, the
culmination of which will align with the College’s 50th anniversary in 2024. The College was recognized by the Association of
Community College Trustees as the recipient of the 2021 ACCT Northeast Region Equity Award. HCCC has recently been named one of 101
recipients, 1 of only 7 community colleges to be distinguished for the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, a national
honor recognizing U.S. colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. HCCC’s
Culinary Arts Institute was ranked as the #6 Culinary Arts program in the United States by Best Choice Schools. HCCC is a 2023 Bellwether
College Consortium award winner for Instructional Programs and Services for the Hudson Scholars Program. Also, HCCC has been named a 2023 Most Promising Places to
Work in Community Colleges(MPPWCC) award winner.
The Candidate will guide undergraduate students and be involved in skills
practice, testing and simulations. Candidates should also demonstrate sensitivity to issues of diversity and have the ability to motivate
and assist students of diverse, ethnic and racial backgrounds, sexual orientations, genders, cultures, and learning styles, as well as
students with disabilities, or varied levels of academic preparation. The Candidate will be an advocate for access to higher education,
particularly for first-generation and immigrant students. The successful candidate will preferably have an understanding and a commitment to
the role of community colleges in higher education.
OVERVIEW:
HCCC serves one of the most ethnically
diverse and densely populated communities in the United States. The College is a vibrant, urban institution of higher education whose
mission is to provide its diverse communities with inclusive, high-quality educational programs and services that promote student success
and upward social and economic mobility.
The Nursing Program stands as a beacon of excellence, providing students with a
comprehensive education that combines theoretical knowledge, practical experience, and a nurturing environment to prepare graduates to be
eligible for the New Jersey State Licensure Examination for Registered Professional Nurses (NCLEX–RN). The Nursing Program strives to
produce competent and compassionate nurses who will make a significant difference in the lives of their patients and communities.
The
faculty and staff are at the heart of the Nursing Program, and take great pride in their expense and dedication. The faculty members are
highly qualified and experienced professionals who bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world insights to the classroom. They are not only
educators but also mentors and role models, guiding students through their academic journey and inspiring them to reach their full
potential. The staff members provide invaluable support, ensuring a conducive learning environment and facilitating students’ access
to resources and clinical placements.
The Nursing Program has Clinical Affiliation Agreements with Cooperman RWJ Barnabus, CarePoint
Health, Hudson Regional Hospital and Atlantic Health System. Also, the Nursing Program has Articulation Agreements with NJCU, Ramapo College
and Montclair State University which allows students a seamless pathway to obtain a BSN.
More than 90% of HCCC’s students
receive scholarships, grants, and loans to finance their education, and the College’s extensive financial aid program helps connect
students with the resources they need. To date, the College’s Foundation has raised over $3.5 million for student scholarships, and
HCCC ranks first in the state of New Jersey for its award of Community College Opportunity Grant funds. About half of its more than 12,000
credit students identify as Hispanic, and more than 33% of all students were born outside of the U.S. In 2021, HCCC had two students
selected from a national applicant pool to receive the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship and
recently six students were named as 2023 semi-finalists.
HCCC has three campuses. The largest campus is located at the heart of
Jersey City’s Journal Square, which is approximately 20 minutes from New York City. The College has a North Hudson Campus, located in
Union City, New Jersey and an additional location at the Hudson County Schools of Technology in Secaucus, New Jersey. The College offers 70
degree and certificate programs and more than 300-day, evening, and weekend courses throughout its three-campus network.
HCCC offers
9 fully online degree programs and expects this number to grow in the coming year. In addition to its degree programs and courses, HCCC
offers a wide array of non-credit classes and programs designed to develop professional skills, provide occupational training, teach
languages and culinary skills, and enrich personal and cultural knowledge.
HCCC is committed to delivering high-quality educational
experiences. HCCC is a member of the Achieving the Dream network of community colleges. Achieving the
Dream is a national reform network of high-performing community colleges that are focused on leveraging data-informed best
practices to promote equitable outcomes. In recognition of its gains in student retention and completion, as well as its narrowing of equity
gaps, HCCC received Leader College designation from Achieving the Dream in 2023.
The College boasts several signature programs,
including a nationally recognized Culinary Arts Institute and Nursing Program. The College’s Culinary Arts Institute is one of only
three programs in the New York Metropolitan region to hold accreditation from the Accrediting Commission of the American Culinary Federation
Education Foundation. The Culinary Arts Institute features state-of-the-art facilities and a hands-on program that prepares students for a
range of careers in the hospitality industry. The College also has a Bloomberg Finance Lab, which provides students with real world
experience to prepare them for employment in banks, corporations, and government agencies.
A leader in workforce development, HCCC
hosted The Aspen Institute’s Workforce Leadership Academy, which was the first to be offered in partnership with a community college.
The Hudson County Workforce Leadership Academy was funded through a combination of public and private donors that included JPMorgan Chase,
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, The W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the County of Hudson, the LeFrak Family, and Mack-Cali.
Position Summary
Instructor-Tenure Track, Nursing Faculty for OB/PEDS is a full-time position working in
the Day/Evening Divisions and will be responsible for successfully performing the professional duties of both didactic and clinical
instruction. This position will require teaching lecture in the day/evening and teaching clinical in the evening, will assist with
activities, schedules courses for their division(s) and peer mentor new adjuncts. This position also participates in College meetings as
well as Nursing Program Committee meetings that take place 2-3 times monthly on Mondays, and other regular standing meetings throughout the
academic year. Ability to work with College Lecturers and students. Great communication and organization skills.
Salary
Classification: Instructor
Salary Grade: INST
Minimum Qualifications for All
Positions
RN Licensure with a Master’s Degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution of higher
education. Two years’ college-level teaching experience, preferably at the community college level. Experience teaching in the
specific discipline. Ability to work with College Lecturers and students. Demonstrated knowledge of modern pedagogical technology and its
use in the classroom. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to provide diverse teaching methods to differing
learning styles. Demonstrated excellence in teaching and the ability to teach students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and
ethnic backgrounds. Preferred experience in distance education course delivery.
Closing Date of Applications
Open Until positions are filled
Review of applications to begin Upon Receipt
Applications
For full consideration please send resume, cover letter, salary expectations & a list of three
professional references to:
Lori M. Byrd
Interim
Director of RN Nursing Department
870 Bergen Avenue, 1st Floor
Jersey City, NJ 07306
E-mail: lb***@hc**.edu
Fax: (201) 360–4787
HCCC EMPLOYEE
BENEFITS:
We value and appreciate all employees and acknowledge the importance of a comprehensive benefit program. Below is
a brief glance of HCCC benefits, perks, and discounts offered to employees. For more detailed information about employee benefits please
visit: https://www.hccc.edu/administration/hr/benefits-pensions.html
As a New Jersey First Act
Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.
HCCC
is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive learning and working
environment. Decisions on employment are made on the basis of the qualifications of an individual for the particular position being filled.
Women, veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply.
