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St Edwards University

Nursing Adjunct Clinical Instructor

3 days ago

Austin

Job Description Clinical Instructor Nursing St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for a part-time (20 hours or less), 9-month, position as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Nursing, beginning August 2024. St. Edward's is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission to educate the hearts and minds of a diverse student body that is deeply committed to social justice. The successful candidate will directly supervise students in the BSN program in various healthcare facilities and participate in various laboratory/simulation/classroom experiences as coordinated by the lead course faculty. As appropriate to individual contracts, clinical faculty will be expected to be involved in service to the university, the community, and the profession. St. Edward's University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body. For consideration, a candidate must have at least two years of nursing experience as an RN. Current unencumbered RN license to practice nursing in the state of Texas. Two years of direct or indirect practice experience in an area of specialization. Graduate degree in nursing or a related area to teach in the graduate degree programs. Academic preparation and teaching experience in nursing education. Teaching experience in online and in-person formats. Experience in electronic health records and online meeting systems. Essential Responsibilities Include: Candidates should have the interest and ability or potential to teach a range of undergraduate courses and support a diverse student body. • GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:, • Interprets the mission and aim of the School of Health Sciences, Department of Nursing in relation to the planning and delivery of nursing care, within the framework of the agency., • Foster a culture of inclusive excellence through authentic relationships with students as an educator and mentor., • Monitor and assess student-learning outcomes and provide timely and frequent feedback to students on academic performance., • Collaborate with a small group of faculty to deliver high-quality instruction., • Serves as a role model., • Maintains current clinical competency and knowledge, • Attends mandatory Orientation at a designated location on St. Edward's University Campus., • Deliver content in online, in-person and/or hybrid formats., • Attends monthly faculty meetings via zoom or in-person., • Attends an End-of Semester evaluation retreat with all faculty., • RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO CLINICAL AGENCIES:, • Orients self to the St. Edward's University and Department of Nursing's Mission and Values., • Meets all compliance requirements of the clinical sites assigned., • With agreement of the course coordinator, confers with appropriate personnel within the agency to plan appropriate student learning experiences. Maintains and supports all safety measures., • Serves as a positive liaison between the St. Edward's School of Health Sciences and the agency., • RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AND SUCCESS:, • Supervise students at clinicals., • 2-3 sessions of on-campus teaching in lab and simulation., • Teach at either the undergraduate and/or graduate degree level to adult students., • Plans student assignments critically in relation to the student's level and the course objectives., • Plans assignments in relation to the availability of learning opportunities., • Identifies additional learning resources., • Reinforces concepts taught in the BSN curriculum., • Helps the student to acquire appropriate knowledge, skills and attitudes required of professional nurses., • Supports the students in using methods of problem solving and higher-level thinking in nursing and personal relationships, through individual and focus group conferences., • Encourages students to assume increasing responsibility for personal development., • Grades all course assignments (quizzes, case studies, care plans, etc.), as indicated in the course syllabus., • Evaluates progress of students., • Provides ongoing feedback to students regarding their strengths and areas in need of improvement., • Guides and encourages students' self-evaluation., • If indicated, develops a learning prescription (see Learning Prescription Form) to improve students' skills with Clinical Course Coordinator, • Maintains grade record for all assigned students., • Maintains student information in a confidential manner., • Confers with the course coordinator, as needed, regarding student's performance or school processes., • Performs student evaluations in a timely manner., • Submits all evaluation forms to the course coordinator, as indicated., • RESPONSIBILITIES SPECIFIC TO NEW INSTRUCTORS:, • If the Instructor is not familiar with the assigned agency and/or the unit, the instructor must set up a comprehensive time for self-orientation. It is expected that the instructor will be familiar with the unit layout, computerized charting (if applicable), unit documentation, medication administration/PYXIS access, and other procedures, PRIOR to the student's first clinical day at the agency!, • The instructor must be familiar with the agency's policies and procedures prior to the first day of student orientation to the site., • Clinical Orientation Guidelines, • Agency (ID badges, parking, cafeteria, meeting rooms, computer use), • Unit (Scavenger Hunt), • Expectations (Course syllabus), • Reading Charts, • Confidentiality/HIPAA, • Preconference, • Post conference, • Meeting rooms, • Sample clinical day HOW TO APPLY Applicants should apply online at . Application packages should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references, and a statement describing your teaching philosophy and your approach to working on projects with undergraduate students. In addition, all applications must include a statement on how they would integrate the University's Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement should be included as a separate document. Mission Integration Statement Prompt: St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an international perspective and the commitment to provide educational opportunities for students of varied cultural, religious, educational and economic backgrounds. In support of the mission, the different backgrounds of St. Edward's students, faculty and staff enrich our community and represent a significant part of our culture and commitment to excellence. We value the individual differences, life experiences, unique capabilities and innovative talent that our employees and students contribute to our vibrant academic environment. St. Edward's honors and respects all members of its community by fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that respects the dignity and worth of each person and stresses the obligation of all people to pursue a more just world. While serving as a faculty member at St. Edward's University, how would your individual differences, life experiences and unique capabilities contribute to the mission as described above? Describe how your prior work aligns to the university's mission. Applicants should submit all materials for full consideration; however, the position will remain open until filled. ABOUT ST. EDWARD'S UNIVERSITY Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic, liberal arts institution of 2,900 undergraduate and 700 graduate students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students for the opportunities and challenges of a 21st-century world. SEU is a diverse community that appreciates faculty and students from all backgrounds. Consistent with its Holy Cross heritage, the university maintains a strong commitment to diversity and global initiatives. More information about St. Edward's University may be found at . Commitment to the Holy Cross Mission St. Edwards University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity, respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community. For more information on our commitment to diversity, please visit our website: . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Edward's University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. We require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for employment, and we are not offering visa sponsorship at this time. Background Checks: A criminal history background check is required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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