Job Information
St. John Fisher College Adjunct Instructor, Online Nursing in Rochester, New York
Overview:
The Wegmans School of Nursing invites applications for part-time instructors to teach the next generation of “Fisher Nurses.” Initial openings are for May 2022, however candidates who submit an application will be added to a pool from which qualified faculty will be hired. As openings occur, these applications will be reviewed for possible interviews.
An adjunct instructor for the online MS in Nursing program is responsible for teaching specific coursework in a student’s plan of study. Teaching within WSON means that evidence-based practice principles are incorporated into content at every stage. The role of adjunct instructor requires demonstrated knowledge in the specialization, as well as the competence to deliver that knowledge asynchronously and synchronously. There are four specializations:
Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner ( PCFNP )
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner ( PMHNP )
Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner ( AGPCNP )
Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner ( AGACNP )
Didactic teaching experience in a higher education environment is required, as is the ability to speak to current industry standards as communicated through various nursing professional organizations. A demonstrated comfort with technology is vital, as is an interest in working with a diverse student, faculty, staff, and partner community. The adjunct instructor must also be able to teach from a place of credibility, with at least one year of current direct patient care as a licensed nurse practitioner. The role requires impeccable organization skills, as well as written and oral communication skills. The adjunct instructor reports to the program director within their specialization.
Appointments are renewed based on need and teaching performance. Compensation is based on experience and academic credentials.
Job Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the ADGA and oversight by the GC, the adjunct instructor will be responsible for:
Delivering instruction asynchronously and synchronously (live remote sessions)
Managing each course assigned in a timely manner (communication, grading)
Providing course review and feedback as requested
Holding a minimum of five (5) office hours each week
Collaborating with internal and external partners (library, tutoring)
Participating in the admissions process as needed
Providing guidance for student projects
Assisting with clinical experiences as needed; e.g. preceptors
Adjunct instructors may be asked to teach one or more of the following courses:
503 – Foundations in Nursing Research
543 – Advanced Pathophysiology
570 – Pharmacology
571 – Diagnostic Reasoning *those hired should be available to be on campus during Immersion
702 – Foundations of Evidence-Based Practice & Applications in Advanced Practice Nursing
Education / Experience:
Minimum Requirements:
Earned Master’s degree in nursing
Have at least 1 year of experience in teaching online or remote
A minimum of 1 year of current clinical practice experience as an APRN
Unencumbered RN nursing license and APRN certification in current state of employment
Nationally recognized certification as an APRN
Preferred Qualifications:
Earned doctoral degree in nursing or related field
Online teaching experience at the graduate level
Asynchronous teaching experience
Compact or multi-state license
Work Hours:
Varies
EEO Statement:
It is the policy of St. John Fisher College to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the College has employees.
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