Adjunct Faculty, Nursing (DNP-AGACNP/CRNA)

Hofstra University; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A recognized academic institution in New York seeks a Part-Time Adjunct Faculty for its Nursing program, focusing on educating Doctor of Nursing Practice students. The role requires strong teaching competence, clinical experience, and engagement in diverse learning environments. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree and have experience in nurse anesthesia education. This position offers the opportunity to shape future healthcare professionals in a collaborative and supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or closely related field.
• CRNA certification by NBCRNA required.
• Five or more years of clinical experience as a CRNA.
• Three or more years as a nurse anesthesia educator.
• Experience with simulation in nursing or nurse anesthesia education preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, teaching, leadership and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing instruction to AGACNP-CRNA students.
• Creating innovative curricula and instructional materials.
• Participating in faculty development and community service.
• Maintaining compliance with accreditation standards.
• Maintain COA accreditation standards and program accreditation efforts.
• Oversee off-campus clinical sites and graduate student clinical practice experiences.
• Support recruitment, selection, and enrollment of graduate students.

Skills

Teaching competence

Curriculum development

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Clinical experience

Education

Doctoral degree in nursing

Master's degree in Nurse Anesthesia

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

About Hofstra:

At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational – it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more.

Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra\'s location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City.

Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty, Nursing (DNP-AGACNP/CRNA)

School/Division

Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies

Full Time/Part Time

Part-Time

Description

The Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies is pleased to invite applications for an adjunct faculty position, beginning in the Spring 2025 semester, in their unique dual Doctor of Nursing Practice, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesia/Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program. Rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor or Associate Professor is based on educational degree obtained, years of experience as an instructor and research, as outlined by Hofstra University\'s CBA. Teaching load varies, depending on availability and need. Typically, adjunct faculty can expect to instruct one or two courses per semester. The School of Nursing is searching for a faculty member who will share and contribute to our mission to transform healthcare by preparing ready-to-practice nurse anesthetists.

Hofstra\'s graduate and undergraduate nursing programs leverage the clinical and educational resources of both Hofstra University and Northwell Health, New York state\'s largest healthcare provider and private employer. The School of Nursing offers Doctor of Nursing Practice degree programs and Advanced Certificate programs in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), as well as a dual Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist/Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program. Our Bachelor of Science with major in nursing program, founded in 2021, prepares nurse generalists to be providers, innovators, leaders, managers, and coordinators of care, as well as ethical members of the nursing profession. Our Master of Science Cardiovascular Sciences and Perfusion Medicine degree program is committed to the education, mentoring and professional development of future cardiovascular perfusionists.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Providing instruction to Doctor of Nursing Practice (AGACNP-CRNA) students at the graduate level nursing courses as needed
• Demonstrating competence in teaching
• Creating innovative curricula utilizing experiential pedagogies and adult learning theory
• Engaging in community service above and beyond faculty requirements
• Engaging in lifelong learning as evidenced by participation in professional and faculty development
• Evidence of progressive participation and leadership of national/international professional organizations
• Maintaining clinical/professional experience in the field of accreditation of undergraduate and graduate-level programs, namely on Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and Council on the Accreditation of Anesthesia (COA)
• Functioning as clinical coordinators and adjuncts as appropriate
• Maintaining compliance with COA accreditation standards and ongoing School and Program accreditation efforts
• Developing and refining Nurse Anesthesia curriculum materials within regulatory and professional guidelines/domains
• Participating in recruitment, selection and enrollment of graduate students
• Overseeing off-campus clinical sites, off-campus clinical coordinators and graduate student clinical practice experiences
• Serving as a professional mentor to graduate students completing doctoral projects
• Supporting efforts to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in nursing or closely related field
• Pre-licensure master\'s or doctoral degree with a Nurse Anesthesia major from a regionally accredited institution and nationally accredited nurse anesthesia program (or equivalent)
• Current CRNA certification by the National Board of Certification & Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
• Five or more years of clinical experience in the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) role
• Three or more years as a nurse anesthesia educator with knowledge of program administration
• Experience with simulation in nursing or nurse anesthesia education preferred
• Peer reviewed national/international presentations, publications preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, teaching, leadership and time management skills
• Outstanding computer skills, including proficiency in Canvas, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusive in an educational environment

EEO Statement

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.