About Us
Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating. In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.
Location
Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Department Information
Department Specific Tasks And Responsibilities

Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the care of both the physical and emotional needs of patients.
Ensures student mastery of the following learning outcomes by providing continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurements.
Explains the legal and ethical responsibilities of a certified nursing assistant, including the importance of Resident’s Rights
Demonstrates effective communication skills when giving and receiving a resident’s status report
Defines infection prevention and explain the importance of Standard Precautions, hand hygiene, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in facilities
Demonstrates how to recognize and respond to medical emergencies using Basic Life Support (BLS)and First Aid procedures
Describes body systems and define key anatomical terms
Explains positioning and demonstrate how to safely position, transfer, and ambulate residents
Explains personal care and demonstrate how to provide assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, and skin care
Explains the importance of monitoring vital signs and demonstrate how to measure body temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure
Describes the importance of proper nutrition and hydration and list the six basic nutrients
Discusses rehabilitation and restorative care and identify the types of residents who are in a subacute setting

Job Summary
Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the assigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant regulations.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum
Teaches students learning strategies
Conducts teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids
Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes as addressed in the program’s addendum
Assesses and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests
Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management
Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students by providing technical information regarding course content during biannual Open House events
Assists with course and/or program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary
Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores
Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues
Records attendance in learning management system

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) within the state of Georgia from an accredited institution of higher education
Other Required Qualifications
Current, valid and unrestricted Georgia license as an RN or LPN
Required Experience
Five (5) years of experience in a medical setting as an RN or LPN including the completion of the Train-the-trainer workshop prior to or upon hire
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Must hold expert knowledge in patient care procedures, gerontology, & bedside manner. Must be comfortable with teaching in classroom and on a distance learning platform.
Teaching Experience Preferred
Experience in a senior care facility preferred
Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Able to motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process
Able to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night of class
Able to provide sufficient time for students to complete course evaluations
Do not release class early
Do not leave class unattended
Able to respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
KNOWLEDGE
Be familiar with all emergency procedures posted in the classroom
Expert knowledge in patient care procedures, gerontology, and bedside manner
Skills
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.
For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Background Check

Standard Enhanced
Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.
All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.
https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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