Assistant Professor Nursing
COCC
Position Details Position Information Position Title Assistant Professor Nursing Classification Title Full-Time Faculty Position Number B1146PD Grade Level Starting Wage/Salary $61,560 - $72,009 (subject to change due to current faculty negotiations) Close Date 03/08/2026 Open Until Filled No Open Until Filled Notes Position Type/Employee Class Full-Time Faculty Faculty Status This is a full-time tenure track faculty position represented by the Faculty Forum, not eligible for overtime. The assigned position is 9 months (179 days) per academic year. FTE 1.0 Contract Months 9 Overtime Eligible Exempt Location Bend Hybrid Remote Work Eligible? No Exceptional COCC Benefits Summary
CLICK HERE TO VIEW BENEFITS & PERKS Primary Purpose The Assistant Professor of Nursing provides instruction to students in the Nursing program, directs student discussion and evaluates student performance in the classroom and practicum setting. In addition, this position develops curriculum, assesses student learning, and provides student advising. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide instruction in area of discipline, using approved course outcome guides. Teaching assignments may be during the day (including early morning), evening, or weekend, and could include classes taught at any of the College campuses, online or remotely. Provide student advising and assistance in areas of course selection, career planning, job placement and employment follow-up. Hold at least five scheduled office hours per week for student help sessions and program assistance. Utilize College tools and resources, including the Learning Management System and Student Accessibility Services software, to support teaching activities as appropriate. Participate in department meetings, curriculum revision, course assessment, program assessment, and program review. Engage in regular professional growth activities, remain current in the field, and maintain current credentials or licensures as required by the program. Participate in service to the college. This may include participating in College committees, taskforces, peer teams, or other activities. Provide meaningful, professional service to the community, businesses, public agencies, and other organizations. Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position. Department Specific Participate in program-level accreditation self-study, reporting, and site visits. Provide Instruction in Nursing using a collaborative teaching model in an Associate of Applied Science degree in a Nursing Program with Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse exit points. This includes delivery of didactic course content using a variety of teaching methodologies including face-to-face, remote, and on-line learning activities. Provide Clinical instruction in a variety of healthcare settings under a model of direct student supervision, and a final term Preceptorship capstone. Clinical may include day, evening or night, 6 to 12-hour shifts. Serve as Role Model and Supervisor in Areas of Nursing Practice. Other College Responsibilities, which may include 1) cooperating with administration in program and course development; 2) participating on College committees, in faculty organizations, and professional advisory committee meetings; and 3) assisting the department chairperson in program planning, course development and revision, and accreditation activities. Serve as Nurse Administrator or Department Chair if requested to do so. Perform other essential duties and tasks in the Nursing Department as assigned. All employees are required to successfully complete and pass a background screen, which includes a criminal history check. Additionally, this position requires employees to pass a 10-panel drug screen. Only information relevant to the position will be considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. Thorough knowledge in the field of taught discipline and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge. Ability to adapt and use a variety of teaching and assessment techniques including the use of technology to enhance student success. Ability to observe, direct, and oversee students ensuring safety in the classroom or laboratory. Ability to work with and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles. Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office suite: various course management systems; technology to teach traditional, hybrid, or online courses; and other technology used in the instruction setting. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members. Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual preference or marital status. Willingness to travel and or teach at various hours and campus locations, as required. Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and the willingness to work as a member of a team with faculty. Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills. Apply values for teaching and learning: Create a learning climate of mutual respect and fairness. Encourage creative and critical thinking. Engage students in an active learning process. Facilitate learning that applies to and enriches a students’ life. Encourage mutual responsibility for a supportive learning environment. Clarify expectations and encourage student responsibilities for learning. Evaluate student progression across the sequence of courses. Promote learning as a lifelong process. Function as a life-long learner. Willingness to develop knowledge and expertise in any area of the nursing curriculum. Work in a cooperative manner with staff and faculty in the nursing department and individuals affiliated healthcare facilities. Ergonomic Requirements Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Individuals in the Nursing Department must be able to perform additional essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation according to ADA Standards without risking injury to self or others, or threatening the safety of clients, or to otherwise provide appropriate documentation how they can perform all essential functions as listed when ability is in question: Strength and mobility sufficient to assist with practicum learning and client care activities. Physical endurance sufficient to complete assigned periods of instruction, e.g. 6, 8, 10, and/or 12 hour shifts on days, evenings, or nights. Cognitive ability to collect, analyze, and integrate information and knowledge to make clinical judgments and client management decisions that promote patient safety and student success. Coordination and/or teaching with distance technology to nursing students at rural hospitals, and clinical supervision using a Clinical Teaching Associate and/or a Clinical Partner model at distance sites. Performance of all essential duties and tasks specific to the nursing department as outlined in the Nursing Program Faculty Handbook. Individuals in the Nursing Department may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials in the practicum settings. All college employees who have been identified as having the potential for this exposure are required to complete a hepatitis B vaccination series. The employee has the right to waive these inoculations. Minimum Requirements Experience: One year of successful college teaching experience or evidence for the potential for excellence in teaching at the college level. License:Current, unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Oregon.
Candidates must meet qualifications set forth by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, Division 21, Oregon Administrative Rules for Nurse Educator. These include: Education: Hold at least a master’s degree in nursing or a baccalaureate degree in nursing and master’s or doctoral degree in a related field with relevant teaching and nursing experience related to the teaching assignment. Clinical Experience: Have the equivalent of a minimum of three years of full-time patient care experience at the registered nurse level and document competency in teaching through experience, educational preparation or continuing education or be approved by exception by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. License: Current, Unencumbered Oregon Registered Nursing License (RN) at the time of employment. Must meet College requirement for computer literacy. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.All employees are required to successfully complete and pass a background screen, which includes a criminal history check. Preferred Qualifications Experience in leadership in an academic department (e.g. program coordinator, department chair, nurse administrator, director of nursing). Community college teaching experience. EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Supplemental Questions
CLICK HERE TO VIEW BENEFITS & PERKS Primary Purpose The Assistant Professor of Nursing provides instruction to students in the Nursing program, directs student discussion and evaluates student performance in the classroom and practicum setting. In addition, this position develops curriculum, assesses student learning, and provides student advising. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide instruction in area of discipline, using approved course outcome guides. Teaching assignments may be during the day (including early morning), evening, or weekend, and could include classes taught at any of the College campuses, online or remotely. Provide student advising and assistance in areas of course selection, career planning, job placement and employment follow-up. Hold at least five scheduled office hours per week for student help sessions and program assistance. Utilize College tools and resources, including the Learning Management System and Student Accessibility Services software, to support teaching activities as appropriate. Participate in department meetings, curriculum revision, course assessment, program assessment, and program review. Engage in regular professional growth activities, remain current in the field, and maintain current credentials or licensures as required by the program. Participate in service to the college. This may include participating in College committees, taskforces, peer teams, or other activities. Provide meaningful, professional service to the community, businesses, public agencies, and other organizations. Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position. Department Specific Participate in program-level accreditation self-study, reporting, and site visits. Provide Instruction in Nursing using a collaborative teaching model in an Associate of Applied Science degree in a Nursing Program with Practical Nurse and Registered Nurse exit points. This includes delivery of didactic course content using a variety of teaching methodologies including face-to-face, remote, and on-line learning activities. Provide Clinical instruction in a variety of healthcare settings under a model of direct student supervision, and a final term Preceptorship capstone. Clinical may include day, evening or night, 6 to 12-hour shifts. Serve as Role Model and Supervisor in Areas of Nursing Practice. Other College Responsibilities, which may include 1) cooperating with administration in program and course development; 2) participating on College committees, in faculty organizations, and professional advisory committee meetings; and 3) assisting the department chairperson in program planning, course development and revision, and accreditation activities. Serve as Nurse Administrator or Department Chair if requested to do so. Perform other essential duties and tasks in the Nursing Department as assigned. All employees are required to successfully complete and pass a background screen, which includes a criminal history check. Additionally, this position requires employees to pass a 10-panel drug screen. Only information relevant to the position will be considered. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. Thorough knowledge in the field of taught discipline and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge. Ability to adapt and use a variety of teaching and assessment techniques including the use of technology to enhance student success. Ability to observe, direct, and oversee students ensuring safety in the classroom or laboratory. Ability to work with and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles. Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office suite: various course management systems; technology to teach traditional, hybrid, or online courses; and other technology used in the instruction setting. Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members. Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual preference or marital status. Willingness to travel and or teach at various hours and campus locations, as required. Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and the willingness to work as a member of a team with faculty. Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills. Apply values for teaching and learning: Create a learning climate of mutual respect and fairness. Encourage creative and critical thinking. Engage students in an active learning process. Facilitate learning that applies to and enriches a students’ life. Encourage mutual responsibility for a supportive learning environment. Clarify expectations and encourage student responsibilities for learning. Evaluate student progression across the sequence of courses. Promote learning as a lifelong process. Function as a life-long learner. Willingness to develop knowledge and expertise in any area of the nursing curriculum. Work in a cooperative manner with staff and faculty in the nursing department and individuals affiliated healthcare facilities. Ergonomic Requirements Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Individuals in the Nursing Department must be able to perform additional essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation according to ADA Standards without risking injury to self or others, or threatening the safety of clients, or to otherwise provide appropriate documentation how they can perform all essential functions as listed when ability is in question: Strength and mobility sufficient to assist with practicum learning and client care activities. Physical endurance sufficient to complete assigned periods of instruction, e.g. 6, 8, 10, and/or 12 hour shifts on days, evenings, or nights. Cognitive ability to collect, analyze, and integrate information and knowledge to make clinical judgments and client management decisions that promote patient safety and student success. Coordination and/or teaching with distance technology to nursing students at rural hospitals, and clinical supervision using a Clinical Teaching Associate and/or a Clinical Partner model at distance sites. Performance of all essential duties and tasks specific to the nursing department as outlined in the Nursing Program Faculty Handbook. Individuals in the Nursing Department may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials in the practicum settings. All college employees who have been identified as having the potential for this exposure are required to complete a hepatitis B vaccination series. The employee has the right to waive these inoculations. Minimum Requirements Experience: One year of successful college teaching experience or evidence for the potential for excellence in teaching at the college level. License:Current, unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in Oregon.
Candidates must meet qualifications set forth by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, Division 21, Oregon Administrative Rules for Nurse Educator. These include: Education: Hold at least a master’s degree in nursing or a baccalaureate degree in nursing and master’s or doctoral degree in a related field with relevant teaching and nursing experience related to the teaching assignment. Clinical Experience: Have the equivalent of a minimum of three years of full-time patient care experience at the registered nurse level and document competency in teaching through experience, educational preparation or continuing education or be approved by exception by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. License: Current, Unencumbered Oregon Registered Nursing License (RN) at the time of employment. Must meet College requirement for computer literacy. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.All employees are required to successfully complete and pass a background screen, which includes a criminal history check. Preferred Qualifications Experience in leadership in an academic department (e.g. program coordinator, department chair, nurse administrator, director of nursing). Community college teaching experience. EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Supplemental Questions
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* What is your highest level of education? No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License (not a degree) Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in Progress Bachelors Degree Masters Degree In Progress Masters Degree Ph.D. in Progress Ph.D. J.D. M.D. Other Doctorate Level Degree * How many years of COLLEGE LEVEL teaching experience do you have? Less than 1 year 1-2 years 2-3 years 3 years More than 3 years * Please describe how you meet the minimum requirement of one year of successful college teaching experience or evidence for the potential for excellence in teaching at the college level.(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe how you meet the minimum requirement set forth by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, Division 21, Oregon Administrative Rules for Nurse Educator: a) Master's degree in nursing or a baccalaureate degree in nursing and master's or doctoral degree in a related field with relevant teaching and nursing experience related to the teaching assignment. b) three years of full-time patient care experience at the registered nurse level and document competency in teaching through experience, educational preparation or continuing education or be approved by exception by the Oregon State Board of Nursing. c) Unencumbered Oregon Registered Nursing License (RN) at the time of employment. d) Must meet College requirement for computer literacy.(Open Ended Question)
* We recognize the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable box(es) below and explain in the next question why your education/experience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. I meet all minimum requirements (education and experience) listed for this position. I do not meet the minimum education degree requirement(s). My degree is not in the required stated area(s). I have less than the minimum years' experience in the area(s) required. * As a follow up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put N/A. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response, as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process.(Open Ended Question)
In support of COCC’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus: Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent (read and write)(Open Ended Question)
* Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans' preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and 215 (215 if applicable) or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document(s) in the next step of this application process. Yes, I am a veteran No, I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.(Open Ended Question)
* COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position? Yes No * The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered, applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States, be able to arrive in the country, and maintain work eligibility without the College’s sponsorship or support. Are you currently, or will you be, authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College’s sponsorship or support by the position’s start date? Yes, I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States, able to arrive, and able to maintain work eligibility without the College’s sponsorship or support by the position’s start date. No. * Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC’s criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes, I will provide my consent when requested No, I will not provide my consent when requested Required Documents Required Documents Resume/Vitae Cover Letter College Transcript 1 (unofficial) Optional Documents College Transcript 2 (unofficial) US Military DD 214
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