Nursing Adjunct Position in Mars Hill, North Carolina at Mars Hill University

JUDGE-MCRAE SCHOOL OF NURSING
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Position Description
Position: Adjunct Faculty Nursing Position
Report to: Director of Judge-McRae School of Nursing
Classification: Part-time, as needed up to 9 credit hours per semester

Statement of Primary Purpose:
In support of Mars Hill University, the Instructor of Nursing will provide instruction to nursing students in classroom, simulation, and laboratory settings, based on a curriculum that offers career mobility opportunities for individuals seeking educational preparation in nursing.

Qualifications:
1. Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited institution, preferred or in progress; BSN with exceptional experience, certification, etc. will be considered.
2. Preparation in teaching and learning principles for adult education before or within the first three years of employment (NCBON Standard 21 NCAC 36.0318), required
3. Two years or more full-time clinical employment as a registered nurse (NCBON Standard 21 NCAC 36.0318), required
4. Teaching experience, preferred
5. Simulation experience, preferred

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
1. Hold an active, unencumbered license or multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina (NCBON Standard 21 NCAC 36.0318), required
2. Certification in simulation, preferred
3. BLS Certification, required

Essential Responsibilities:
1. Maintain current knowledge of nursing practice for the registered nurse and the licensed practical nurse (NCBON Standard 21 NCAC 36.0318)
2. Serve as the lead person in classroom, clinical, and laboratory instruction
3. Participate in simulation activities
4. Participate in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
5. Participate in student admission, progression, and graduation requirements
6. Participate in the academic advising, counseling, registration, and orientation of students
7. Collaborate with other professionals in dealing with students needing special assistance
8. Evaluate student performance of specified skills, theory, and principles
9. Promote effective communication and working relationships with personnel of community and clinical agencies
10. Collaborate with the Simulation/Lab/Clinical Coordinator to meet course and clinical objectives in the simulation lab
11. Attend program and faculty meetings as scheduled
12. Maintain competencies related to clinical or lab appointments.

Skills and Abilities:
1. Develop an understanding and appreciation of the mission, history, current programs, services, and goals of Mars Hill University
2. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
4. Excellent organizational and time management skills
5. Ability to manage multiple activities at the same time
6. Ability to establish good rapport with students, faculty, and colleagues
7. Ability to work effectively under pressure and with a minimum of supervision
8. Demonstrate proficient computer skills
9. Ability to monitor and assess performance of self, other individuals, and organizations in order to make improvements or take corrective action

Physical Demands:
Typical classroom, clinical, and/or laboratory environment; frequently lifting and carrying items up to 25 lbs.; frequently traveling between buildings on campus or to other campuses or clinical sites; frequently standing for extended periods in classroom, clinical, and/or laboratory settings; frequently twisting or bending at the waist or reaching overhead; frequently listening to and talking with students, faculty, and other staff members; frequently sitting at a desk or workstation using a computer display, keyboard, mouse, and telephone; frequently long hours

Environmental conditions:
Mostly indoors; selective activities will necessitate driving a car to other facilities

Personal Protective Equipment:
As required for duties performed