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AY26 - Nursing Instructor, Medical/Surgical
AY26 - Nursing Instructor, Medical/Surgical
Los Angeles Southwest College
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
AY26 - Nursing Instructor, Medical Surgical
Full time Tenure Track C-Basis
DEADLINE DATE TO Apply: January 1, 2026
Issue Date: November 19, 2025
Los Angeles Southwest College (LASC) is located in southwest, Los Angeles, approximately 20 minutes south of downtown Los Angeles, and 15 minutes east of the Pacific Ocean. Los Angeles Southwest College is the hub of diverse cultural and educational activity in the southwest Los Angeles area. The College subscribes to the premise that the learner is at the center of what it does in creating opportunities, providing an environment conducive to learning and working, establishing a place where the discourse of ideas can occur, and where individuals can have experiences without sacrificing their individuality.
The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) announces a full-time, tenure-track Registered Nursing Position, focusing on Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing at LASC. The position is scheduled to begin Spring 2026. Interested individuals who meet the state of California minimum qualifications and possess the required training and experience are invited to submit an application for the position.
For more information on the college and department, visit the campus website: www.lasc.edu and https://www.lasc.edu/programs/divisions/Math-Science-Health-Kinesiology-Nursing/nursing/index
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
- Master's degree in nursing; OR
- Bachelor's degree in nursing AND Master's in health education or health science; OR
- the equivalent; OR
- The minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing which requires at least one year of experience as an registered nurse providing direct patient care within the last five years. Also, completion of at least one year of experience teaching courses related to nursing or a course which includes practice in teaching nursing, AND a current California RN License by start of employment.
- Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff and students.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT
A medical certificate indicating fitness to engage in administrative work is required for new employees at the applicant's expense prior to employment.
Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated and complete a baseline test or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees' policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
1. A strong background in critical care and medical- surgical nursing is desired.
2. Ability to communicate clearly with students and colleagues.
3. Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
4. Ability to interact with college faculty, staff and students with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds, disabilities and cultures.
5. Experience in critical care and medical-surgical nursing & Geriatric Nursing.
6. Clinical nursing practice in critical care unit, acute care medical-surgical nursing unit within the last three to five years and at least one year's experience teaching/practice teaching a nursing course or equivalent experience as approved by the Board of Registered Nursing.
7. A demonstrated willingness and commitment to participate in extra-curricular activities.
8. Ability to adapt to changes in nursing education and health care delivery.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The primary assignment is to teach a full load of nursing theory and clinical courses. Duties and responsibilities associated with the position, involve activities within the department as well as the larger college and district setting. These duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
1. Facilitating student learning by designing varied interactive learning environments
2. Working as a team with staff and administrators to create innovative educational experiences and providing an environment where students are partners in learning.
3. Assisting in program planning, peer evaluation, educational project development and participating in personal and professional growth, as well as, professional development activities.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary and other terms of employment are competitive. Depending on experience and professional preparation, the starting faculty salary ranges from $76,960 - $143,000 for the academic year (ten months). Placement within the range is dependent on the evaluation of experience and professional preparation. The doctorial differential is $4,870 per academic year. The District provides an excellent benefit package including: medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to the employee and eligible dependents.
FILING AN APPLICATION
Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd to file the application. The completed application package must be filed no later than 4:30PM, January 1, 2026 to be considered. After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for an interview. Please submit the following attachments to be considered:
- A detailed letter of interest specifically addressing: The duties, responsibilities and qualifications for the position as well as professional development activities, and current educational goals and interests.
- A list of a minimum of three professional references including names, titles, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of individuals who can attest to your qualifications for the position.
- A Current Resume or Vitae.
- An unofficial copy of all post-secondary transcript(s), with degree posted. Official Transcripts are required if you are selected for the position: Documentation from an approved foreign transcript evaluator is required for degrees received from other countries. You can obtain a listing of approved foreign evaluation agencies at the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf.
- Copy of current California Registered Nurse License, Uploaded as an "Other Document".
For additional information or questions, please contact:
Prof. Indiana McClellan
Department Chair of the LASC Nursing Department
(323) 241-5461
All materials submitted become the property of the Los Angeles Community College District.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY
The Los Angeles Community College District considers all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, sexual orientation or veteran status (LACCD Board Rule 101301 and Title IX, Section 504 - Employer).
Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection and/or interview process. At least three business days' prior notice must be allowed. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested. For more information, please visit www.laccd.edu/ada.
The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of under-represented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).
The Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, visit https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=6&id=2142
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