Nursing Faculty Handbook 2011-2012 - Saddleback College

Overview
Orientation of new faculty is an essential ingredient to any successful program.
We are committed to providing you with an orientation that will help you
integrate into your new role. Integration into the role of a new faculty member
demands the support of your colleagues along with the necessary information
and tools you will need to assist you along the way. This handbook is one tool
that will prove essential during your orientation process.
The Orientation Process
The New Faculty Orientation Program is designed to introduce you to the
mission, goals, and culture of Saddleback College, the Health Sciences (HS)
Division, and the Nursing Program. Beginning before the start of your first
semester, the orientation program will provide support throughout your first year
as a new faculty member.
You will begin orientation by first attending the South Orange County Community
College District’s New Employee Orientation located in the Human Resources
(HR) Offices (Health Sciences Bldg. 3 rd floor). A representative from the office
will contact you to schedule an orientation date. During this orientation, you will
be presented with general employee information regarding HR policies and
benefits; campus safety and security; risk management; payroll; information
technology, and the Schoolsfirst Federal Credit Union (Schoolsfirst FCU).
The Division of Online Education and Learning Resources
(http://www.saddleback.edu/oe/) is another resource for faculty and students to
promote academic excellence by providing services and support in these areas:
Academic Services and Support
� Center for Instructional Design and Distance Education (CIDDE)
� College Library
� Learning Assistance Program
Learning/Teaching Resources
� Basic Skills
� Distance and Online Education Program
� Student Technical Support
� New Faculty Assistance
Prior to the Nursing Program Orientation, the nursing director will assign you a
Faculty Mentor who will guide you through the orientation process. Your mentor
will contact you to schedule an initial meeting to review the orientation plan and
packet and to review any requirements to be completed before the semester
begins. Also at this time, you and your mentor will collaboratively create an
individualized orientation schedule.
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