Adjunct clinical instructor job description

Nature of Duties: Teaches Practical Nursing courses in a clinical/lab environment; maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field. Provides instruction in practical applications of Practical Nursing in the clinical setting and skills lab; Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports required for clinical; ensures safety and security requirements are met in the discipline area; meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students' progress. Requires strong computer skills, communication skills, and ability to interact effectively with a diverse student population. Position may require committee and project assignments or other duties as assigned as well as day, evening, and weekend clinicals and activities.
Minimum Qualifications:

* Associate Degree in Registered Nursing from an accredited institution and demonstrated competence/experience in the teaching discipline.
* Valid Georgia RN license and current BLS (CPR) Certification from the American Heart Association
* Minimum of 3 years nursing experience in the past 7 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Registered Nursing from an accredited institution.
* Teaching experience in postsecondary education.
* Recent teaching experience.

Salary/Benefits: Based on Qualifications.

Notes

* Unofficial Transcripts, resume, and proof of applicable certifications\licensure are required for consideration. Official transcripts and prior employment verification required within 30 days of hire for continuous employment.
* Selected candidate must successfully complete a background check to include employment references, criminal history, and verification of employment prior to hire.
* West Georgia Technical College is not currently sponsoring work visas at this time.
* This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.
* WGTC reserves the right to close positions at any time.

Employment Policy

The Technical College System of Georgia and West Georgia Technical College do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law) in educational programs, activities, admissions or employment. All applicants will be considered; however, only selected applicants may be interviewed. Approval of employment does not constitute a contract. Continued employment is contingent upon job performance and funding.

Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Additional Information

* Number of Openings: 4
* Shift: Day Job
* Posting End Date: Oct 31, 2022

Reporting directly to the Campus Associate Director of Nursing, supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and goals. Focuses extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes. Provides professional leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model, mentor and facilitator. Creates an educational environment which fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. Provides program-specific expertise and is actively engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University, Campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning, workplace and placement expectations. Actively and substantively participates in assessment of student learning activities to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes. Vigorously upholds a culture of academic integrity.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

One year or less experience in teaching in a university or college setting required as defined by University's faculty handbook.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed.

Working with online learning management systems to further engage the student learning process desirable.

Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as state Board of Nursing, Commission on Dental Accreditation, state Dental Hygiene Committee, state Dental board, Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) or other regulators and/or accreditation bodies.

Clinical RN - Must have a minimum of two (2) year's prior experience as a registered nurse providing direct patient care and have a minimum of one year experience in the field in which they teach.

EDUCATION:

Must have the minimum higher education background required by the program. Must provide a documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including, but not limited to: education theory and practice, current concepts relative to specific subjects one will be teaching, current clinical practice experience or distance education techniques and delivery.

Master's degree in specialty field required.

Graduates from the West Coast University Master of Science in Nursing program, who meet the minimum experience requirement as a registered nurse, are eligible for consideration as a clinical faculty immediately following graduation.

If applicable, certification(s) in area(s) of specialization required.

In California, must meet Board of Registered Nursing requirements as stipulated in their statues:

Section 1425(c) states, " An instructor shall meet the following minimum qualifications: 1425(a)(1) A Master or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education, or administration. If degree other than in nursing submit information verifying course work in nursing education."

1425(c)(3) Completion of at least one (1) years' experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes PRACTICE IN TEACHING REGISTERED NURSING. Submit official course description to verify course content.

1425(c)(2) Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she is assigned, which can be met by: (A) One (1) year's continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; or (B) One (1) academic year or of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent.

Clinical RN - Bachelor's degree in nursing or in natural, behavioral or social sciences relevant to nursing practice from an accredited college or university required. Graduates from the West Coast University RN-BSN program who meet the minimum experience requirement as a registered nurse are eligible for consideration as a clinical faculty immediately following graduation.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License required; other current professional licensure by state or national board if applicable (e.g., FNP).

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by the state Board of Nursing for nursing faculty if required for assigned subject matter instruction.

Current CPR card.

Clinical RN - Must have approval by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) prior to assuming the role of clinical faculty member.

Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set forth by any accrediting body that West Coast University is accredited by or in process of obtaining accreditation from, for area of expertise and expectations of faculty member as set forth in regulatory documents.

Must maintain any professional certifications deemed necessary to meet the requirements of the teaching role.

Current certification in basic life support procedures including healthcare provide CPR with an Automated External Defibrillator.

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Founded by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the College of Mount Saint Vincent is an academically excellent, authentically inclusive, Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts college. The College combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors in the liberal arts and, within the tradition of liberal education, selected professional fields of study.

At Mount Saint Vincent, a student's education extends beyond knowledge, skills, and preparation for work. We seek the development of the whole person. In the spirit of Vincent de Paul and Elizabeth Ann Seton, we foster an understanding of our common humanity, a commitment to human dignity, and a full appreciation of our obligations to each other.

Through its School of Professional and Continuing Studies, the College extends its primary undergraduate mission by offering high quality graduate studies in business, education and nursing and an array of undergraduate and certificate programs serving non-traditional students.
Job Description

The College of Mount Saint Vincent (CMSV) is seeking candidates for clinical teaching opportunities at our clinical facilities for our Riverdale and Long Island City campus locations. The Nursing Clinical Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing Nursing students during their onsite clinical experience.

Responsibilities

This position requires the ability to effectively provide clinical instruction and evaluation of Nursing students in one or more of the following clinical areas:

Fundamentals

Pediatric

Family Child

Medical Surgical

Psychiatric Behavioral Health

Health Assessment Lab

Community Health

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing

An unencumbered RN license in New York State

Strong interpersonal, public speaking and writing skills

Past experience with teaching students or in a similar role

Demonstrated ability to effectively solve problems, and work independently

Ability to represent the College in a professional manner

Ability to work with confidential information and exercise discretion

Ability to effectively collaborate with faculty, staff and leadership

Ability to use Google Suite and Gmail

Salary:

Fall and Spring Semester - $75 an hour

Newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (i.e., have received both doses of a two-dose vaccine or a single dose of a one-dose vaccine) and must provide proof of vaccination upon request by the College. Requests for potential accommodation shall be considered in accordance with applicable law if and at such time as a conditional offer of employment is extended to a candidate. Applicants should not provide any medical or genetic information with their application.

AA/EOE

College of Mount Saint Vincent is committed to provide equal opportunity, employment, and advancement opportunities to all individuals. The College of Mount Saint Vincent does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or Local Laws.