Adjunct Faculty - Nursing

East Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A Texas university is seeking an Adjunct Faculty for Nursing to teach various courses and supervise clinical practices. Applicants must have a Master’s degree in Nursing, experience teaching in a clinical setting, and must possess Texas RN or APRN licensure. Responsibilities include syllabus management, assessment of student grades, and participation in course planning. This position involves flexible teaching across campuses and online, supporting the needs of students and the department.

Qualifications

• One year clinical experience in the teaching area.
• Texas R.N. Licensure or Texas APRN licensure as FNP.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus.
• Plan and create lectures and assignments.
• Supervise clinical practice activities.
• Assess grades based on participation and performance.

Skills

Knowledge of patient care

Teaching pedagogy

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty – Nursing

Agency: East Texas A&M University

Department: Nursing

Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate

Job Location: Commerce, Texas

Job Type: Faculty

SUMMARY

Adjunct Faculty refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the required discipline. Instruction may be delivered on‑campus, off‑campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.
• Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards (for didactic courses).
• Plan and create lectures, in‑class discussions, and assignments (for didactic courses).
• Supervise clinical practice activities (simulation and clinical agencies) as assigned.
• Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class and clinical, assignments, and examinations.
• Participate in course planning meetings as appropriate.
• Submit end‑of‑course reports as appropriate.
• Assist/mentor students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Experience: One year clinical experience in the teaching area.
• Knowledge / Skills: Knowledge of patient care in the practice area related to teaching assignment; skilled in teaching pedagogy and nursing skills related to teaching assignment; demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.
• Licensing/Professional Certifications: Texas R.N. Licensure or Texas APRN licensure as FNP (graduate clinical courses).
• Physical Requirements: Able to perform nursing and teaching skills associated with assignment.
• Other Requirements: Documentation of meeting clinical readiness requirements (immunizations, insurance, and BCLS as required of students).

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE

• Candidates who hold current relevant professional credentials (MSN with an emphasis in nursing education).
• College or university teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Online or hybrid teaching experience.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS

N/A

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.