Adjunct Clinical Instructor – Pediatric Nursing

La Roche University; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United States is seeking a qualified Adjunct Clinical Instructor for Pediatric Nursing to teach within their Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing program. Responsibilities include evaluating student learning in clinics and facilitating pediatric care development. Candidates must have a current Pennsylvania RN license and a Master's degree in Nursing, with at least two years of pediatric nursing experience. This is an adjunct faculty position with variable contracts, requiring applicants to be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years pediatric nursing experience required.
• Clinical teaching experience preferred.
• Clinical teaching experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with pediatric simulation scenarios a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and evaluate student learning during pediatric clinical experiences.
• Facilitate the development of age-appropriate assessment skills.
• Guide students in providing developmentally appropriate care.
• Assist students in integrating pediatric theory with clinical practice, specific to course learning outcomes
• Collaborate with course instructors on student learning activities, progress, and concerns
• Support students in developing cultural competence in pediatric care and effective communication with children and families

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Experience with pediatric simulation scenarios

Education

Current Pennsylvania RN license and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

MSN

Job description

Adjunct Clinical Instructor – Pediatric Nursing

La Roche Universityis seeking qualified candidates for anAdjunct Clinical Instructorposition inPediatric Nursingfor our innovativeEntry Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELMSN)program—the first such program in Pennsylvania.

La Roche University continues to enhance and expand its health programs while embracing its Catholic identity and welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds. We foster global citizenship and create a community of scholars dedicated to promoting justice and peace in our constantly changing global society.

• Direct, manage, and evaluate student learning during pediatric clinical experiences at local healthcare facilities and the University’s Clinical Simulation Center
• Facilitate the development of age-appropriate assessment skills, family-centered care approaches, and clinical reasoning in various pediatric settings
• Guide students in providing developmentally appropriate care to children from infancy through adolescence
• Assist students in integrating pediatric theory with clinical practice, specific to course learning outcomes
• Collaborate with course instructors on student learning activities, progress, and concerns
• Support students in developing cultural competence in pediatric care and effective communication with children and families

Education/Qualifications:

• Current Pennsylvania RN license and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)required
• Minimum of 2 years pediatric nursing experiencerequired
• Clinical teaching experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with pediatric simulation scenarios a plus

Candidates must pass background clearances and submit official transcripts prior to the issuance of a contract. Review of applicants will begin immediately; position open until filled.

Applicants must reside and work from one of the following states: PA, WV, VA, DE, NJ, MD, FL; or DC. Applicants who reside in OH must work on site at our PA campus.

Qualified applicants can complete an online application by clicking on the following link.Your application will not be considered unless you include a letter of interest, resume/CV, and a list of professional references.

This is considered an adjunct faculty position. Adjunct faculty are hired for specific teaching assignments and contracts are distributed on a semester-by-semester basis with no guarantee of future contracts. Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work in the United States. LRU will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.

It is the policy of La Roche University to promote equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color creed, age, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, non-job-related disability or medical condition, or any other legally protected status.