Psychiatric Clinical Instructor
Description
The International College of Health Sciences (ICHS) is seeking dedicated and skilled Psychiatric Clinical Instructor to join our academic team. This position offers an exciting opportunity for experienced nursing professionals with psychiatric expertise to instruct and supervise nursing students in clinical patient care settings. Our faculty play a vital role in shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals, supporting ICHS's mission to deliver innovative and quality education.
Purpose
The Psychiatric Clinical Instructor provides direct supervision and instruction to nursing students during their clinical rotations in psychiatric care environments. This role ensures students develop practical skills, clinical judgment, and professional behaviors necessary for safe and effective patient care.
Availability: Schedule flexibility including days, evenings, nights, and weekends. Schedules may change as operational needs evolve. Clinical schedules and shift lengths vary based on clinical-site requirements and academic needs.
Location: Position requires on-site availability at locations in Stuart, West Palm Beach, and travel to Boynton Beach based upon operational needs.
Responsibilities
Clinical Instruction & Supervision
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing students in psychiatric clinical settings
- Demonstrate and teach best practices in psychiatric nursing care
- Ensure student compliance with clinical site policies and procedures
- Provide timely, constructive feedback and document student performance
- Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment
Curriculum Implementation
- Collaborate with academic leadership to deliver clinical objectives aligned with course outcomes
- Integrate evidence-based practices and current psychiatric nursing standards into instruction
- Participate in the development and evaluation of clinical curriculum as needed
Professional Communication & Collaboration
- Serve as a liaison between ICHS, clinical site staff, and students
- Maintain open, professional communication with faculty, administration, and clinical partners
- Attend faculty meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities
Administrative Duties
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of student attendance, progress, and evaluations
- Report any student or site concerns to the appropriate academic leadership
- Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and accreditation standards