Adjunct Faculty (Clinical), Nursing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy University invites applications for clinical teaching opportunities in Nursing at the Bronx and Dobbs Ferry campuses. Adjunct faculty will teach clinical instruction across Fundamentals, Pediatric, Parent Child, Medical-Surgical, Psychiatric, and Community Health areas.

Positions are adjunct and may involve up to two clinical courses per semester, with course assignments based on campus needs. Relocation is not provided, and official transcripts will be required if selected.

Qualifications

• Five years of clinical nursing experience.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to provide effective clinical instruction and mentorship.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical instruction in the generic nursing program across specified areas.
• Cover Fundamentals, Pediatric, Parent Child, Medical Surgical, Psychiatric, and Community Health experiences.
• Potential to teach up to two clinical courses per semester; assignments depend on campus needs.
• Mentor students in a diverse clinical setting.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Teaching/Mentorship

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

BSN required

MSN recommended; certification preferred

New York RN license

Job description

Mercy University is seeking applicants for clinical teachingopportunities in Nursing at our Bronx and Dobbs Ferrycampuses.

These positions require the ability to teach clinical instructionin the generic nursing program in the following clinical areas:Fundamentals, Pediatric, Parent Child, Medical Surgical,Psychiatric, and Community Health clinical experiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking adjunct teachingopportunities who wish to teach up to two clinical courses persemester in a culturally diverse setting, when courses areavailable. Course assignments are dependent upon the needs of theCollege each semester.

Adjunct faculty are not eligible for relocation assistance.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical nursing experience isrequired
• Prior teaching experience is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective clinical instructionand mentorship
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonalskills

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) recommended; nationalcertification in a clinical specialty area preferred
• Current, unencumbered New York State RN license required

Unofficial transcripts will be accepted but, if selected, officialtranscripts will be required.

Compensation is based on a semester and calculated on asemi-monthly pay cycle.

Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states: New York,New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside ofthose states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocationassistance may be provided for eligible moves.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New YorkCity area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate andgraduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business,Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, andSocial and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-ServingInstitution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse.As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), MercyUniversity, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in thecountry for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges andUniversities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning theirprestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latinostudents.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a nationalleader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in severaldisciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business.

Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College inWestchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment tohelp a diverse student body set a course for their future. Tosupport its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number offederal grants which enable us to better develop and delivereducation to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New Yorkmetropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-timeundergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercystudents learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattanas well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and theirfamilies with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. Weoffer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuitiondiscounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students theopportunity to transform their lives through higher education byoffering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized andhigh-quality learning environments, thus preparing students toembark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout theirlives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changingworld.

Benefits Eligible:

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their familieswith a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offerhigh-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuitiondiscounts, flexible spending, and much more.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy Universityactively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student bodythat includes members of historically underrepresented groups andstrives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campuscommunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to age, race, color, national origin,ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexualorientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight,genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure thatpersons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodationsfor the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed,please contact The Office of Human Resources at [phone],Option 6 or via email at [e-mail].

The posted salary range for this position is based on severallegitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization.Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equalwork regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected byfederal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcomingenvironment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.