Faculty, Nursing - Med-Surg Evening Clinicals

Description

Full-time tenure track position in the Division of Nursing and Health Professions to teach in all areas of the Nursing Program. Responsibilities include teaching and evaluating students in class, laboratory, and clinical settings in all areas of the Associate Degree Nursing Program. Additional responsibilities include curriculum development implementation and assessment and serving on Nursing and College committees. May include assignment of courses in related areas and support courses. Assignments may include instruction at the main and branch campuses.

Clinical teaching assignments may include evening & night shifts.

Examples of Duties

1. Maintains current license as a Registered Nurse in New Jersey.
2. Instructs and evaluates in all areas of Nursing in an Associate Degree program. May include teaching in related college courses.
3. Teaches clinical in evening and night shift as assigned
4. Possesses the capability to deliver online lessons to students.
5. Develops and updates course syllabi and related materials to reflect contemporary Nursing, including evidenced based practice.
6. Collaborates with other faculty in the development of effective teaching/learning and retention strategies.
7. Actively participates in the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of the Nursing Program.
8. Contributes to and/or generates reports and supportive materials for accrediting agencies
9. Implements the philosophy, mission, learning outcomes, curriculum, and policies of the Division of Nursing and Health Professions and the College.
10. Maintains necessary academic records and submits records according to published deadlines.
11. Demonstrate fairness and flexibility in interactions with a diverse student population.
12. Assists in the acquisition of related instructional materials and supplies.
13. Participates in College governance and operations through Division and College committees.
14. Contributes to the community as a representative of the College.
15. Participates as Nursing program recruiter at College events.
16. Fulfills campus-wide responsibilities.
17. Maintains professional competence by participating in on-going clinical practice, continuing education, professional conferences, research, and writing relevant to faculty responsibilities.
18. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited institution

Current valid license as a Registered Nurse. NJ Registered Nurse license required throughout employment in the position

Minimum of 2 years’ recent clinical experience in a healthcare setting

Demonstrated leadership and teaching experience

Demonstrated organizational skills

Ability to design and implement successful pedagogical strategies for students exhibiting a broad range of abilities

Utilization of innovative teaching methods incorporating technology, including on-line resources

Commitment and ability to utilize instructional strategies to promote student recruitment, retention, and success

Ability to help students adjust to the college academic community

Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form

Dedication to improving college course offerings by active participation in curriculum processes, including outcomes assessment

Commitment to campus life by participation in college sponsored activities and functions

Involvement with College Committees and Task Forces

Proven commitment to scholarly achievement and professional growth

Participation in community service

Possess the ability to work well and communicate effectively with prospective and current students, staff, faculty, administration, and colleagues and community partners

Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff and a commitment to a student-centered environment

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

Earned Doctorate in a related area

Clinical experience in a variety of settings

Experience in teaching nursing students and/or healthcare professionals

Current knowledge of associate degree nursing and teaching methodologies

Experience in outcomes assessment and program evaluation methodologies

Familiarity with community college education

Supplemental Information

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at Rowan College of South Jersey. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the College. For more information about RCSJ’s vaccine requirements, visit the RCSJ Coronavirus Updates website for the latest information.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical activity of the position:

Standing

Walking

Talking

Hearing

Repetitive motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers such as picking, pinching, typing

Physical requirements of the position:

Light work- exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently

Visual acuity requirements of the position:

The worker is required to have close visual acuity

Workplace conditions of the position:

The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Women and Minorities Encouraged to Apply
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.