RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide excellence in instruction and evaluation of associate degree and practical nursing students in both the classroom/lab and in medical-surgical nursing clinical settings.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualification(s):
* Master’s degree with a major in nursing, nursing administration, nursing education, public health nursing or a nursing clinical specialty; and
* One year of nursing experience at the professional level; and
* Meets minimum qualifications for accreditation if required.

Preferred Qualification(s):
* Current licensure as Registered Nurse in Minnesota.
* Recent acute care, medical/surgical, nursing experience is highly desirable.
* A diverse clinical background is preferred.
* Preference is given to those who have experience using: 1) contemporary teaching and learning techniques; and 2) a variety of delivery methods, including but not limited to web-supplemented, web-enhanced, and simulation.
* Previous teaching experience in Nursing is highly desired.
* The applicant should demonstrate knowledge of diverse cultures and populations.

Desirable Qualification(s):
* Ability to provide faculty leadership in nursing program curricula.
* Ability to provide leadership within the department and other college wide initiatives.

EXPECTATIONS OF FACULTY
A faculty member’s work assignment includes a number of diverse professional responsibilities. Classroom teaching and other contacts with students form the core of the faculty work assignment. Additionally, professional development and service to the college are the other core components of a faculty member’s work assignment. A faculty member will plan to engage in such activities as: student advising, course evaluation, classroom preparation, the evaluation of student performance, committee assignments, classroom research and community service as part of overall work assignment.

SALARY
Salary is dependent on education and experience, in accordance with the Minnesota State College Faculty [MSCF] bargaining agreement (available on the Minnesota State College and University [MnSCU] website at http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/index.html). The position also includes excellent fringe benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, applications received on or before the application review date of February 20, 2009, are assured full consideration. To apply, submit a completed RCTC application, a letter of interest addressing qualifications, current resume/vita, and transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial screening) to: Instructor of Associate Degree Nursing Search Team *Human Resources Office *Rochester Community and Technical College *851 30th Avenue SE *Rochester, MN 55904-4999.
The RCTC Application is available on the web at http://www.RCTC.edu/hr/html/Application.htm or you may fax (507) 285-7514 or email jennifer.haug@roch.edu your request. You may also call the RCTC Human Resources Office at 507-285-7125; Universal Access/Minnesota Relay Service TDD/Voice 1-800-627-3529.

INTERVIEWS
The college will schedule interviews after initial screening of applications.

About RCTC…
Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) is a member of the Minnesota State College and University System, a public higher education system. RCTC has a rich tradition as Minnesota's oldest community college, established in 1915. Located in the third largest city in Minnesota, the college annually serves more than 7500 students in credit-based programs and approximately 3,000 in non-credit community, continuing and workforce education programs. RCTC combines the best in liberal arts, technical and lifelong learning offering more than 70 technical and transfer programs. RCTC is one of two institutions located at the University Center Rochester, a unique learning environment and educational partnership that includes Winona State University - Rochester Center. RCTC is a national leader in the quality movement using the Baldridge Performance Excellence Framework. RCTC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and accepted into the Academic Quality Improvement Project (AQIP). Visit our website at http://www.roch.edu for additional information.

NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Rochester Community and Technical College acts affirmatively and aggressively to solicit applications and hire members of protected groups, including women, minorities, and persons with a disability. We apply equal opportunity in our hiring process, and provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please assist us in our affirmative action endeavors by encouraging all qualified candidates to apply for vacancies at our institution.

It is Rochester Community and Technical College policy to insure that the selection process for this position is accessible to all candidates. Please contact the Human Resources Office 507-285-7183 or 507-285-7125, to obtain these materials in an alternate media and/or to request reasonable accommodation during the selection process.

NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a personal, rental or state vehicle, shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Last Updated: May 25, 2011