Adjunct Instructor - Graduate Nursing

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Adjunct Instructor - Graduate Nursing

FLSA Status
Exempt

Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with Education and Experience

Employment Status
Part Time .25

Department
School of Nursing

Job Summary

Provide expert teaching and professional role modeling in our graduate nursing programs.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to lead, direct, and advise students.
• Ability to integrate academic standards, performance character and the principles of ethics and integrity in all aspects of job performance.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Clinical expertise as a role model for exemplary clinical practice.
• Demonstrated ability in teaching and curriculum development at the graduate level.
• Skills in cross-cultural communication and multi-cultural competence.
• Experience in nursing education.

Essential Job Functions

FACULTY

• Performs in dual roles of student advisor and manager of the clinical practice affiliations.
• Assists in the annual core curriculum evaluations of the program, assessment of institutional effectiveness and preparation of reports.
• Maintains quality assurance to remain compliant with all required agencies.
• Conducts regular visits (site and tele) with students and preceptors.
• Monitors student’s clinical logs.
• Conducts clinical evaluations, problem solves, and de-briefs students and preceptors.
• Assesses the instructional needs of students in the program and help coordinate the development of a plan to address these needs.
• Grades assignments, provides feedback and post grades according to University guidelines.
• Teaches courses as assigned based on need and expertise.
• Synchronous session leader for clinical courses.
• Maintains overload hours if required.

CLINICIAN

• As part of assigned workload, will maintain staffing presence in the ASU Family Clinic according to clinic and departmental needs.

OTHER DUTIES :

• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in nursing with three (3) years of relevant, recent clinical experience within area of specialty.
• Must satisfy a criminal history background check.
• Previous teaching experience in an academic setting.
• Successful applicants for tenure/tenure-track consideration must hold a terminal degree in the health or biological sciences (e.g., nursing, anthropology, human genetics, public health, epidemiology, etc.); possess research training, a publication record, and experience in the grant funding process commensurate with desired rank and tenure status.
• Preference will be given to candidates who possess:
  • An earned doctorate in nursing or a doctorate in a related field with a graduate degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing;
  • Formal postdoctoral research training;
  • A record of accomplishment via publication in peer-reviewed journals;

Licensing and Certifications

• Applicants must be eligible for or currently licensed to practice nursing in the State of Mississippi. Selected candidates must complete the State of Mississippi Registered Nurse licensure process prior to appointment.
• Current APRN license in Mississippi and affiliate states or eligibility for licensure as necessary.
• National Certification in area of advanced specialization.

EEO / ADA Statement

Alcorn State University is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, affirmative action, and diversity: It is the policy of Alcorn State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, physical and/or mental disability, and/or political affiliation.

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Frequently

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Occasionally

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Occasionally

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required

Travel
Occasionally

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

Number of Vacancies
6

Location
Natchez

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
08/03/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6700.
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096, (601) 877-6188
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA / ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
5. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
6. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)
7. License

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