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Position: Part-Time Adjunct Nursing Faculty (on-site clinical or lab -
Austin Area)
Location: Austin, TX
Job Id: 199
# of Openings: 1
POSITIONS PURPOSE As a Part-Time Austin Nursing Adjunct Faculty member,
the primary responsibility is the didactic, lab, and/or clinical education of
the students in the BSN program. Nursing adjunct faculty are assigned teaching
responsibilities in a clinical area in Texas, lab site, and/or didactic
classroom/online, and are expected to contribute to the education of the
students, including psychomotor skills, standards of practice, and critical
thinking. Adjunct faculty are accountable to the Director of Undergraduate
Nursing in Austin. This description sets out minimum expectations and defines
the level of performance expected of all faculty. JOB DUTIES & ESSENTIAL
POSITION FUNCTIONS
Facilitates effective student learning in the assigned clinical setting,
lab setting and/or didactic setting.
Provides adequate guidance for students in the assigned course(s)
related to professionalism, practice, and research.
Selects and organizes learning activities, which facilitate the student's
attainment of the course outcomes.
Ensures effective evaluations of student practice.
Promotes evidence-based practice.
Provides a supportive learning environment.
Provides feedback on student progress to supervisory personnel.
Collaborates with other faculty and administration as requested.
Collaborates effectively with the healthcare partner and its staff for
clinical courses.
Maintains current knowledge of the nursing curriculum, policies, and
requirements.
Maintains clinical competence and knowledge in area of expertise.
Attends all required orientation, training and faculty meetings.
Provides a supportive learning environment for students.
Teaches assigned number of classes using the prescribed courses of study
with established texts and/or prescribed instructional materials.
Facilitates effective student learning and provide effective instruction
in the online setting.
Interacts a minimum of three times weekly with online students. This may
include weekly asynchronous and/or synchronous class sessions.
Facilitates learning activities for online students.
Develops, organizes, and implements and/or evaluates a course in
conjunction with teaching team.
Communicates course outcomes effectively to students.
Maintains current knowledge of the nursing curriculum, policies, and
requirements.
Meets regularly with the Nursing Faculty and participates in planning,
implementing, and evaluating the Nursing Program.
Seeks opportunities to maintain and improve professional competence.
Participates in continuing activities to maintain licensure.
Performs other assignments as designated by the Director of the
Undergraduate Nursing Program (Austin area) or Director of Nursing
Academics (DFW area).
Other duties and functions as needed
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & PRINCIPLES
Master's degree in Nursing or a doctorate in Nursing
Additional ongoing certifications and training desired.
Current unencumbered RN license in Texas or other compact state.
Practice: minimum of two years of successful clinical nursing practice.
Clinical Competence: Able to function with professional accountability in
clinical settings.
Teaching Competence: Able to create a climate conducive to positive
student learning.
Technology Competence: Able to use computer technology (Word, Power
Point, E-mail, Internet) at a minimum.
Recognize the importance of distance education and be willing to
facilitate distance education.
Provide a high level of professional nursing care to patients and clients.
Function as a role model for professional nursing and communicate this
role to students.
Accept shared responsibility for the planning and implementation of
assigned courses, program planning activities, and other needs of the
academic programs.
Provide a supportive learning environment for students.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues,
staff, students, agency personnel, and others as necessary in providing
public service.
Demonstrate commitment to continued professional learning
Ability to articulate and model the Concordia University Texas' mission,
vision, and values
Commitment to encouraging and supporting diversity, inclusion, and equity
as a key component of becoming the premier university where the adventure
of faith, learning, and life-changing experiences leads to meaningful work
All CTX positions require mission-driven individuals who have a heart for
the Gospel and are committed to the Concordia Distinctive, our faith-based
mission of empowering students from all backgrounds to lead lives of
critical thought, compassionate action, and courageous leadership.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Able to work 12 hour shifts in a clinical setting if required
Reliable transportation
COMMITMENT TO THE CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY TEXAS MISSION Concordia University
Texas (CTX) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. CTX seeks
candidates who demonstrate both professional excellence and strong personal
faith in Christ, while strengthening our campus culture of diversity, equity,
and inclusion. To the extent allowed by law, we reserve the right to give
preference in employment based upon religion. As an institution rooted in the
Lutheran tradition and aligned with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, CTX
does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, age, national
origin, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any
other basis protected by law. The preceding job description outlines the
general nature and key duties of this role. It may not list every duty,
responsibility, or qualification needed. Please ensure you meet all necessary
qualifications and are capable of performing all job functions, with or
without reasonable accommodations.
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