Adjunct Faculty, Assistant Clinical Nursing at South University

Round Rock, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Supervision, Nursing Instruction, Student Counseling, Ethical Standards, Performance Evaluation, Course Material Creation, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Detail Orientation, Computer Skills, Clinical Competency, Professional Standards

Industry

Higher Education

Description

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online. The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home. What's next for you is the first priority for us! Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow. South University, the right direction for a brighter future. POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Clinical Adjunct is responsible for the general effectiveness of the clinical experiences. He/she has primary responsibility for preparing and teaching clinical and/or laboratory nursing courses. The Assistant Nursing Clinical Adjunct works with the Lead Clinical Adjunct Faculty, Clinical Coordinator, and/or Program Director. KEY JOB ELEMENTS: Supervise and support students in clinical practice, internships, observations, field experiences, nursing labs, and other similar courses. Counsels or refers students with identified clinical performance problems. Maintains the highest moral and ethical standards as an educator, as a nursing professional, and as a responsible member of the community. Debriefs and evaluates students in clinical practice, observations, and field experiences under Lead Clinical Faculty guidance. Teaches the number of hours and courses stated in the employment contract for the stated time periods. Meets all clinicals and other scheduled responsibilities, such as office hours and meetings, at the designated time. Be available to assist students in understanding course content and/or clinical scenarios to facilitate the comprehension of materials through one-to-one meetings. Articulates course learning outcomes or objectives to ensure student understanding of course learning objectives and expectations. Creates course materials required to deliver course information understandably and interestingly to ensure students are engaged with the course material to facilitate achievement of the course learning outcomes. REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required. Minimum of two (2) years of relevant clinical experience, preferred. Current, unencumbered RN license in the applicable state. Membership in a professional association in the field of instruction is preferred. Enrollment in a graduate nursing program OR completion of relevant graduate-level coursework, continuing education, or national certification. Current knowledge in the area of clinical practice. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations. Outstanding conflict resolution skills. Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills. Computer-based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills). Demonstrated clinical competency and professional standards of practice. ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, by email, and through other electronic means; move about the office or school; handle various types of media and equipment; and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess. In the clinical facility, the employee may be required to perform considerable walking or standing, along with operating complex equipment. The employee may be exposed to chemicals, fumes, odors, and other potentially unsafe conditions. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description and may be required to pass health status clearance by the affiliated agency. South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures, and perspectives can thrive.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Clinical Adjunct is primarily responsible for preparing and teaching clinical and/or laboratory nursing courses, ensuring the general effectiveness of clinical experiences. This role involves supervising and supporting students in clinical practice, internships, and labs, while also debriefing and evaluating their performance under faculty guidance.