Nursing faculty are responsible for implementing the approved curriculum, providing students with opportunities to acquire knowledge and practice skills using varied teaching methods, and planning learning activities to meet program outcomes. They also participate in program evaluation, continuous improvement, and engage in personal professional development.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in nursing from an accredited program and have at least three years of experience as a registered nurse. A current, active, unencumbered license as a registered nurse in South Carolina or a multistate privilege to practice in SC is mandatory.
Nursing faculty are professionals with the education and practice skills to prepare the next generation of nurses. Faculty is accountable to the Dean/Director of Nursing for the implementation of the approved curriculum based on the mission and philosophy of the nursing program and the College. The faculty provides students with opportunities to acquire the knowledge and practice the skills identified in course objectives using varied and appropriate teaching methods. They plan learning activities to meet program outcomes based on the standards set by policies, legal and other regulatory requirements, and acceptable practices. Faculty also participates in the program’s evaluation and continuous improvement process and engages in personal professional development.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrates proper respect for students, and has a student-friendly manner in the conduct of class.
Teaches to course or workshop learning objectives.
Works effectively as part of the overall faculty team, demonstrating positive interpersonal relations, collaborating with other faculty members to meet student needs, participating in faculty meetings and nursing program committees, and responding to requests from management.
Participates in the budget process to identify resources needed to meet program outcomes.
Participates in ongoing program evaluation activities as needed and confers with the Dean/Director of Nursing to ensure compliance with Education Affiliates and EA policies.
Provides EA formatted syllabus that sets forth measurable grading criteria, encourages on-time assignments, and includes local campus required elements.
Provides expectations and standards for course assignments that demonstrate academic rigor in accordance with the course module.
Maintains academic standards and course expectations throughout each course or workshop.
Provides feedback to the student on grammar & syntax and paper format that includes title page, introduction, body, conclusion, and reference page.
Communicates with the Dean/Director of Nursing as necessary to resolve issues or concerns.
Leads discussions and elicits information from students, which demonstrates that students are learning and accomplishing the course or workshop objectives.
Utilizes course materials effectively, demonstrates thorough knowledge of content, and incorporates real-life nursing practice examples.
Utilizes multiple teaching methods and techniques, including audio/visual aids/computer technologies, and group activities.
Provides appropriate handouts and supplemental materials.
Provides clinical instruction to students in approved health care settings, adhering to the policies of the clinical setting and the College.
Serves as local contact for assigned and faculty-developed clinical sites under the direction of the Dean/Director of Nursing.
Implements effectively the Evolve Success Program (ESP), which includes the Evolve HESI Specialty Exams and the Elsevier Case Studies and Practice Tests, to help students prepare for the NCLEX.
Implements effectively Kaplan Review material where utilized
Provides feedback and develops an individualized remediation plan for any student that is not performing successfully in the Evolve Success Program (ESP).
Provides annual documentation of continuing professional growth at the employee’s expense.
Other duties as assigned.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Qualifications
Skills/Competencies/Qualifications
Completion of an approved professional nursing education program.
Experience of at least three (3) years in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse.
A Master degree in nursing from an accredited program is required
A current active, unencumbered license as a registered nurse in the state of South Carolina or a multistate privilege to practice in SC.
Excellent written and verbal communication, and analytical skills.
Excellent teaching and classroom management skills
Functional abilities to carry out classroom, clinical, and laboratory teaching responsibilities
Competence in clinical skills in the areas of teaching
Competent in personal computer applications: word processing, spreadsheet, database, and email.
Successful completion of criminal background check and drug screening, required immunizations, current CPR and HIPAA certifications.
Market context
Nursing faculty roles need clinical depth
In South Carolina, full-time nursing faculty openings often reflect steady demand from schools expanding or maintaining nursing programs. These roles are competitive because they typically require both advanced academic preparation and current clinical licensure, along with experience that supports classroom teaching and student supervision. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your South Carolina RN license status and prepare examples of teaching, mentoring, or clinical leadership before applying.
