Adjunct Faculty - Lab

Galen College of Nursing; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount for MSN program

50% tuition discount for DNP program

401(k) plan with matching

Certification renewal and exam reimbursement

Free counseling services

Job summary

Galen College of Nursing in San Antonio, Texas, seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for lab instruction. Responsibilities include facilitating student learning, assessing performance, and developing curricula.

The ideal candidate will have an MSN and at least two years of clinical RN experience. Benefits include tuition discounts for ongoing education and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Active, current, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
• BSN-prepared nurses may be considered depending on campus needs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and learner development through various strategies.
• Evaluate student learning and program outcomes.
• Participate in curriculum development and implementation.

Skills

Teaching strategies

Assessment and evaluation

Curriculum development

Patient care

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Tools

Standard office equipment

Classroom projector

Job description

Adjunct Faculty - Lab

Position Overview: Adjunct Nursing faculty are responsible for facilitating learning and learner development, using assessment and evaluation strategies, participating in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation, evaluating student learning and program outcomes, and functioning within the educational environment. This role must be fulfilled in accordance with the rules and regulations of the state and federal regulatory and accrediting bodies.

Key Responsibilities

• Creates an environment that facilitates learning and achieving desired student learning and program outcomes.
• Implements various teaching strategies appropriate to learner needs, desired learner outcomes, content, and context.
• Helps students develop as nurses and integrate the values and behaviors expected of those who fulfill that role.
• Uses a variety of strategies to assess and evaluate student learning in all settings (classroom, lab, or clinical) and all domains (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective) of learning.
• Analyzes student assessment and evaluation data to inform decision‑making in continuous course improvement.
• Implements a curriculum with clearly articulated program student learning outcomes (PSLOs), which organize the curriculum, guide the delivery of instruction, direct learning activities, and evaluate student progress.
• Designs and implements program assessments that promote continuous quality improvement of all aspects of the program.
• Participates in professional development activities that increase socialization to and effectiveness of the faculty role.
• Maintains the professional practice knowledge and expertise in areas of responsibility needed to help students prepare for contemporary nursing practice.
• Demonstrates commitment to the College’s mission and values of inspiring and fostering excellence, compassion, accountability, and inclusivity.
• Other essential responsibilities as outlined by the applicable state board of nursing.

Position Requirements

• Active, current, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in the applicable state per the State Board of Nursing.
• Education qualifications: A minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree is required. BSN‑prepared nurses may be considered depending on the campus’s needs.
• Experiential qualifications: Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse, per the State Board of Nursing.

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment

When performing nursing duties related to clinical instruction (especially patient contact) hazards may include needle sticks, blood and bodily fluid exposure, or any other hazard a Registered Nurse (RN) might be exposed to in the normal performance of nursing care. The position requires mental activity, reading, planning, preparing, evaluating, and decision making. Physical demands in the classroom and office are minimal and are considered sedentary work with occasional lifting and/or carrying such articles as records, files, and books (10 pounds maximum). Standard office equipment such as phone, computer, classroom projector, Scantron, and printer/scanner are operated frequently. Physical demands in the clinical area may include lifting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, stooping, crouching, bending, or any other related activity to patient care. The position requires regular attendance and may require evening or weekend hours, and travel to clinical sites and extended classrooms.

Benefits

• Adjunct faculty are eligible for a 75% tuition discount for Galen’s Academic Leadership MSN program and a 50% discount on tuition for the Academic Leadership DNP Program.
• Certification renewal and exam reimbursement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial well‑being.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Consumer discounts.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Disaster Relief Support.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.