Adjunct Faculty, BSN-Mental Health Instructor

Stanbridge University is conducting a search for a qualified faculty member to provide instruction in the discipline of Mental Health for the BSN Program. Reporting to the Director of BSN Program, the faculty member is responsible for providing subject matter expertise and delivering didactic and/or clinical instruction according to an approved course syllabus using accepted and effective teaching methods while promoting student retention and satisfaction. Faculty member is responsible for assessing student performance during the assigned course and documenting all course-related activities within the timelines established by the university.

Essential Functions:

• Effectively delivers clinical and or theory instruction utilizing the course materials provided.
• Effectively delivers class instruction utilizing course syllabi and materials that are provided.
• Develop teaching methods and strategies to engage the students in learning and to promote clinical judgment skills in the clinical setting.
• Apply the clinical judgment model and theoretical principles to evaluate students clinical competency.
• Responsible for the provision of learning experiences that facilitate application and integration of theoretical principles, active participation and experience in patient care management, and observation with active participation in professional roles for nurses in the clinical setting.
• Assesses student work in a timely fashion and conveys feedback to students.
• Responsible for ensuring patient safety and for the schools compliance with policies established by the clinical agency.
• Lead as a clinical resource managing pre- and post-conferences and engaging students to reflect on their clinical experiences.
• Create and establish a professional environment that promotes student success through important characteristics of a nurse: accountability, flexibility, passion, and integrity.
• Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and engaging students in the learning process.
• Manages the learning environment by keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and administering academic and attendance policies. Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
• Participates in department meetings and shared governance committees.

Qualifications:

• A master's in nursing degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education or administration.
• Four (4) year of continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area.
• Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he/she is assigned.
• Completion of at least one (1) year of experience teaching courses related to registered nursing Mental Health or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing preferred.
• Hold a valid, active license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Certificate.
• Energetic, engaging personality appropriate for classroom and/or clinical instruction.
• Candidates should have basic computer literacy and be comfortable using technology in the classroom.
• Up-to-Date Immunization Records
• $50-$65/hr. Salary is dependent on experience and education

Conditions of Employment:

• The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
• Employment verification will be conducted to verify the minimum years of practical work experience required by our accreditors.
• All employment offers are contingent upon completion of a background check.

Work Environment:

• Standard office/classroom/lab or clinical setting.
• Typically, duties are performed in an office/classroom/Lab/clinical setting environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation.
• Work environment may include skills lab or bedside environments as required by program.
• An incumbent is subject to contact with others, frequent interruptions, noise from talking or office equipment and demanding timelines.

Physical Demands:

• The incumbent regularly sits for extended periods.
• Physical ability to perform the duties as assigned to the program or department.
• Proficient in operating electronic keyboards and other office machines.
• Effective verbal communication skills in answering telephones and providing information with clarity and distinctness.
• Ability to read fine print and operate computers with precision.
• Ability to understand voices over the telephone and in person.
• Able to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing between 10-25 pounds as needed.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Training and development
• Mentorship