Community College of Denver is seeking individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and work
environment. CCD values the ability to work effectively with students, families, faculty, instructors and staff of diverse
backgrounds.
GENERAL SUMMARY
CCD’s nursing programs are designed to create competent, ethical and
confident health care practitioners in an innovative, inclusive and supportive learning environment. In a context that purposefully embraces
faculty empowerment and an organizational heritage for student learning and programmatic excellent and in cooperation with the Practical
Nursing Program Chair and other nursing faculty, is responsible for providing didactic, laboratory and clinical instruction.
This is
a 9-month position with the option of summer teaching loads. All summer assignments will be paid in addition to the posted salary.
Duties and Responsibilities
Primary duties include, but are not limited to, curriculum oversight, teaching
(didactic, simulation, laboratory and clinical), student mentoring, student remediation, maintaining accurate records that are in compliance
with all State Board of Nursing and ACEN requirements, attending faculty meetings and participation in committees that support the mission
of the nursing program. All faculty may be required to teach in days, evening, and weekends as needed.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any equivalent combination of education,
experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited
college or university
Experience:
Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work
effectively with a wide range of constituencies in diverse environments.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and
prepare reports.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as a team
member.
• Ability to deliver curriculum in a dynamic environment that engages students.
• Adaptability and
organizational skills that will allow supervision of students in laboratory and clinical settings providing appropriate and constructive
feedback.
• Technology knowledge and skills that will allow development and integration of current technological educational
methodologies in and out of the classroom.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and manage a diverse student group.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Master’s degree or higher in Nursing
from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
• Specialized training in Mental Health,
Geriatrics, and/or Community Health preferred.
• One (1) year of teaching experience that provides the required knowledge,
skills and abilities at the PN level or higher.
• Experience with State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
•
Experience with nursing program accreditation.
Licensure/Certification:
Colorado RN
Equipment
Used:
Computer
Simulation mannequins
Various equipment utilized in patient assessment and care
delivery
Supplemental Information
Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail
stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that
our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and
we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.
If you are interested in sharing our
passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to
expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.
CCD is a Learning
College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal
Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.
Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment
consideration.
CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its
students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship,
gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or
local law.
For a complete review of the benefits we offer, please click on the following link:
https://www.cccs.edu/employee-resources/employee-benefits/.
SELECTION
PROCESS
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed
application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under “Primary Duties” and
specifically each item under “Minimum Qualifications”; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including
current Community College of Denver
employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all material listed above.
Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully.
Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited
by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be
copied.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which
includes:
- Electronic Application, Click ‘New Resume’ at the bottom of this page
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- References – Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references
- Copies of
transcripts, unofficial preferred - Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable
**All included
attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane
Transcripts
***Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet
the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four
(4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
For information regarding Community College
of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under
“student’s right to know”: CCD.edu/Safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042.
