Adjunct Instructor Pool-Graduate Programs of Nursing Practice

Texas Wesleyan University; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas Wesleyan University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor Pool in Graduate Programs of Nursing Practice. The faculty member develops and teaches online graduate courses, supervises practicum experiences, and supports accreditation and regulatory expectations.

A Doctorate in nursing, FNP certification, and Texas APRN license are required. The role emphasizes evidence‑based and integrative approaches, collaboration with the program director, and a commitment to high‑quality online

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in nursing; doctoral candidates within 12 months may apply.
• Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner; and unencumbered license or eligibility as an APRN in Texas.
• Experience as a faculty in nursing higher education; online education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, maintains, and evaluates online Graduate Nursing courses as assigned.
• Develops clinical practicum partnerships and supervises students in clinical practicum experiences.
• Adheres to class schedule, submits required paperwork and reports in a timely manner.

Skills

Nurse practitioner practice models

Pedagogical approaches

Online education

Academic policies (FERPA/HIPAA)

Inter-professional collaboration

Mind-body-spirit integration

Relationship-centered care

Professional practice modelling

Diversity and inclusion

University collaboration

Education

Doctorate in nursing

FNP certification

Texas APRN license

Job description

Adjunct Instructor Pool-Graduate Programs of Nursing Practice

Position Information

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor Pool-Graduate Programs of Nursing Practice

Position Summary

The Adjunct Family Nurse Practitioner Program faculty member is responsible for course development and teaching (including clinical supervision as appropriate) in online Graduate Programs in Nursing Practice. Responsibilities include assisting the Program Director in developing courses within an innovative curriculum, delivering instruction within scope of expertise, helping to ensure adherence to accreditation and regulatory expectations. Applicants must be open to including evidence‑based, complementary, and integrative approaches as appropriate in courses taught, and support a culture of self‑care for students. Applicants with diverse expertise are invited and considered based upon current needs of the program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Develops, implements, maintains, and evaluates Graduate Nursing courses as assigned. Prepares learning experiences and delivers instruction for online graduate level nursing courses.

Develops clinical practicum partnerships and supervises students in clinical practicum experiences (as appropriate within workload assignment).

Adheres to the established class schedule and office hours requirements. Submits contracts, book requests, syllabi, grades, evaluations, and other required paperwork and reports in a timely manner

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses

Earned doctorate in nursing (doctoral candidates who will complete degree within 12 months of hire are eligible to apply); certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (or related area as accepted by accrediting body); and unencumbered license (or eligible for approval) as an advanced practice nurse in Texas are required.

Experience

Experience as a faculty member in a nursing higher education program is required.

Experience as a faculty member for a graduate nursing program is preferred. Experience in online education is preferred. Experience as a practicing advanced practice nurse is required. On‑going certification during employment is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Thorough understanding of Family Nurse Practitioner practice models, national standards, professional issues and their application.
• Thorough understanding of effective pedagogical approaches.
• Basic understanding of online educational approaches.
• Familiarity with academic policies and procedures of higher education institutions.
• Thorough understanding of the rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student and patient information and records including FERPA and HIPPA .

Skill in:

• Ability to develop new Graduate Nursing courses with innovative approaches that value relationship centered and whole‑person care.
• Ability to develop and work with an inter‑professional team to bring concepts of mind body‑spirit connections, relationship‑centered patient care, self‑care, and practice management to the curriculum.
• Ability to model desired professional practice.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to demonstrate and provide excellent service to both the University and the community.
• Ability to work effectively with other University personnel.

Posting Number

2016AS917P

Posting Open Date

Posting Close Date

Supplemental Questions

• 1. What is your Philosophy for serving students?

  (Open Ended Question)

• 2. How do you bring a sense of the whole person (mind-body-spirit) into your practice?

  (Open Ended Question)

• 3. What is your philosophy of self‑care for the professional in supporting resilience?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Current Employee Application (for internal applicants)
• Letter of Recommendation
• Education Certification (if necessary)