Clinical Teaching Assistant - School of Nursing

About the role

Clinical Teaching Assistants (CTAs) are employed on a part-time, variable basis to assist the program faculty with the supervision of students during clinical and simulation/lab learning experiences. These staff must possess at a minimum a BSN and hold an active, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in the state of Texas. Applicants with a master's (MSN) or doctoral degree (DNP, PhD) are preferred. CTAs assist with student learning, maintaining lab environments, and supporting clinical instruction to ensure safe, effective, and mission-aligned nursing education.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work with the Christian mission of the School of Nursing
• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Applicants with a MSN or doctoral degree (DNP, PhD) are preferred
• Current, unencumbered license or eligibility to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Texas.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience in the area of teaching
• Skills
• Proficiency with computer systems and relevant software
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and students
• Sound judgment in high-pressure situations
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Initiative and adaptability
• Commitment to professionalism and teamwork

Simulation lab responsibilities

For BSN-prepared candidates

• Follow established pre-set lab procedures to guide student learning
• Coach students and assist in evaluating skill performance/providing feedback during lab practice
• Collaborate with faculty who are course leads to implement lab activities
• Assist in simulation setup and breakdown
• Maintain lab equipment and environment
• Serve as a resource for students during simulation and/or lab
• Carry out other duties as assigned

For MSN-prepared candidates (in addition to the above)

• Direct and teach lab procedures
• Evaluate student performance in the lab setting
• Collaborate with course instructors to align lab activities with curriculum goals
• Ensure lab activities support overall program outcomes
• Lead simulation scenarios, including debriefing sessions
• Carry out other duties as assigned

Clinical Responsibilities

For BSN-prepared candidates

• Assist MSN-prepared clinical faculty with supervision of students in clinical settings
• Support the planning and implementation of clinical activities
• Assist in communicating daily objectives with clinical staff
• Support pre- and post-clinical conferences
• Help ensure student preparedness to promote patient safety
• Carry out other duties as assigned

For MSN-prepared candidates (in addition to the above)

• Oversee student clinical experiences in external clinical facilities
• Ensure alignment of clinical activities with curriculum goals
• Communicate objectives with charge nurses and primary nurses daily
• Lead pre- and post-clinical conferences
• Verify student readiness to ensure safe patient care
• Carrying out other duties as assigned

Additional information

ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.