Salary & Benefits: Starting Salary is $46,500. There is currently a Market Adjustment, subject to annual review, in the amount of $9,200 in addition to the base salary. Additional teaching opportunities may be available for additional compensation based upon departmental need. Compensation package is comprised of many college paid benefits including health and life insurance, retirement, vacation and sick leave time, and tuition waivers for Santa Fe College and the University of Florida. 

Nursing Programs at Santa Fe College provide quality nursing education that is student-oriented, accessible to a diverse student population, and based on the healthcare needs of our community.  Currently, Nursing Programs offers three-degree programs including a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), as well as the Licensed Practical Nursing to Associate of Science in Nursing Bridge program.   Additionally, Nursing Programs offers postsecondary adult vocational courses for Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Practical Nursing which prepare students for better career opportunities.   All the programs within Health Sciences’ Nursing Programs are accredited by the Southern Association of Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). In addition to regional accreditation, the BSN program is accredited nationally by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), the ASN by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and the Practical Nursing program is approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. 

The Nursing Programs department is seeking a full-time Associate in Nursing (ASN) Program faculty member to provide didactic, lab and/or clinical nursing instruction across a broad range of settings, including a variety of diagnoses and multiple medical specialties focusing on the dynamics of medical surgical nursing. Secondary instructional duties within other nursing discipline areas, including associated clinical sessions are required. Full-time faculty have a primary nine (9) month contract based on teaching 15 credit hours in the Fall and 15 credit hours in the Spring; teaching opportunities beyond contractual obligations during the summer may be available for additional compensation based upon departmental need.

• Deliver instruction in didactic, lab and clinical settings to promote student subject mastery and success.
• Participate in planning, organizing, and developing curricula and pedagogical methods that enhance student mastery of course content for the Nursing Programs.
• Supervise, evaluate, and mentor students in the classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
• Appropriately document student progress in clinical sessions.
• Proctor exams for the Nursing Programs.
• Participate in departmental and team meetings and committee work as requested.
• Support the mission of the department and college to promote student learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, faculty scholarship, professional development, and service to the college.
• Assist with the implementation of college policies, procedures and practices in accordance with college philosophy, mission and values.
• Strictly honor the privacy, security and confidentiality of student records and other sensitive information according to state, federal and college regulations, policies and procedures.
• Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Chair, Nursing Programs

Required: A minimum of a Masters of Science Degree in Nursing with a current active Florida Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) license is required. Current clinical experience along with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required.

Additional Requirements: Documentation of immunizations and health screening are required. A criminal background check and drug screening will be conducted.  

Preferred:  Relevant teaching and/or clinical experience in medical surgical and/or mental health nursing is preferred.

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
• Relationship Management – able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
• Problem Solving – proven skills in identifying issues, determining their cause, developing creative solutions, and following through with implementing resolutions.
• Results Orientation – proven ability to set and exceed established targets.  
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
• Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.