Adjunct Instructor, School of Nursing & Health Professions -1844

Langston; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Langston University invites applications for part-time adjunct nursing faculty to support the BSN program. The successful candidate will teach across didactic, clinical, laboratory, and simulation settings, and contribute to student learning and professional development.

The appointment is part-time, course-by-course or semester-based, with assignments that may include evenings or weekends, and requires existing licensure and a clinical nursing background in Oklahoma.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
• Unencumbered RN license in Oklahoma or eligibility for Oklahoma licensure; required licensure must be obtained before the teaching assignment begins.
• Minimum two years of recent clinical experience as an RN.
• Ability to teach and evaluate students effectively in clinical, lab, sim, and classroom settings.
• Ability to use instructional technology and learning-management systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality didactic, clinical, laboratory, and/or simulation instruction consistent with course objectives and standards.
• Provide safe clinical supervision and oversight of students in assigned settings.
• Evaluate student learning using approved assessment methods and rubrics.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student progress records.
• Provide timely feedback to students and communicate concerns to faculty and leadership.
• Utilize evidence-based practice and culturally responsive teaching strategies.
• Coordinate with lead faculty to promote consistency across sections and sites.
• Participate in orientation, meetings, training, and accreditation activities as requested.
• Assist with student remediation and academic support as appropriate.
• Maintain current clinical competence and professional credentials.
• Serve as a professional role model and uphold conduct with students, staff, and partners.
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and standards; complete onboarding and documentation timely.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean or Site Director.

Skills

Strong communication

Clinical teaching ability

Instructional technology

Organizational skills

Student assessment

Education

Master's in Nursing

Oklahoma RN licensure eligibility

PhD/EdD/DNP preferred

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Campus

LANGSTON

Contact Name & Email

Human Resources, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

12 months or less

Hiring Range

$ - $

Commensurate with education and experience

About this Position

Langston University School of Nursing invites applications for part-time adjunct nursing faculty to support the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program. Adjunct faculty may be assigned didactic, clinical, laboratory, simulation, or other instructional responsibilities based on academic preparation, clinical expertise, program needs, and course availability. The successful candidate will contribute to student learning and professional development while supporting the mission, policies, curriculum, and academic standards of Langston University and the School of Nursing and Health Professions.

TEACHING AREAS

Adjunct faculty may be assigned to teach in one or more of the following areas based on expertise and departmental needs:

• Childrearing (Pediatrics)
• Childbearing (Obstetrics)
• Adult Health (Medical-Surgical)
• Psychosocial/Mental Health Nursing

Assignments may include didactic, clinical, laboratory, and/or simulation instruction. Clinical assignments may include weekday, evening, and weekend shifts depending on course and clinical-site needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high-quality didactic, clinical, laboratory, and/or simulation instruction consistent with approved course objectives, syllabi, curriculum requirements, and professional nursing standards.
• Provide safe and effective clinical supervision and maintain appropriate oversight of students in assigned clinical settings.
• Evaluate student learning and performance using approved assessment methods, grading criteria, clinical evaluation tools, and rubrics.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of attendance, grades, student progress, clinical performance, and other required course documentation.
• Provide timely feedback to students and communicate academic or clinical concerns to the course faculty, Site Director, and/or Dean as appropriate.
• Utilize evidence-based practice, current clinical standards, and culturally responsive teaching strategies in the learning environment.
• Follow established course materials, learning activities, policies, and procedures; coordinate with lead/course faculty to promote consistency across course sections and clinical groups.
• Participate in orientation, required faculty meetings, course coordination meetings, training, and accreditation-related activities as requested and applicable to the adjunct assignment.
• Assist with student remediation and academic support related to the assigned course or clinical experience, as appropriate.
• Maintain current clinical competence and required professional credentials for assigned teaching responsibilities.
• Serve as a professional role model and maintain professional communication and conduct with students, faculty, staff, clinical partners, and community members.
• Adhere to all Langston University, School of Nursing and Health Professions, clinical agency, state, and professional policies, procedures, and standards.
• Complete required university and clinical-agency onboarding, compliance, and documentation within established timelines.
• Other duties related to the adjunct teaching assignment as assigned by the Dean and/or Site Director.

ADJUNCT APPOINTMENT EXPECTATIONS

• Adjunct appointments are made on a course-by-course or semester basis according to program needs and do not guarantee continued employment or future teaching assignments.
• Teaching schedules and workload are determined by course enrollment, clinical-site availability, faculty expertise, and program needs.
• Adjunct faculty are expected to be available for scheduled instruction, student evaluation, course-related communication, and required meetings associated with the assigned course or clinical experience.
• All required licenses, certifications, health/compliance documentation, and clinical-agency requirements must remain current throughout the appointment.

Required Qualifications

• Master's
  • Master's degree in nursing from an accredited institution.
  • Unencumbered RN license in Oklahoma or eligibility for Oklahoma licensure; required licensure must be obtained before the teaching assignment begins.
  (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• • Minimum two (2) years of recent clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
  • Clinical expertise appropriate to the assigned course or clinical area.
  • Ability to teach and evaluate students effectively in clinical, laboratory, simulation, and/or classroom settings.
  • Ability to use instructional technology and learning-management systems required for assigned courses.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

• Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational communication skills.
• Ability to teach and evaluate students effectively in clinical, laboratory, simulation, and/or classroom settings.
• Available to meet with students as needed
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and the mission of Langston University.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D./Ed.D.
  • Doctorate in Nursing (PhD, EdD, DNP) or a related discipline.
• Prior teaching experience in a BSN or higher nursing education program.
• Experience with Canvas.
• Experience with curriculum implementation, accreditation processes, student assessment, and program evaluation.

Working Conditions

• standard office & classroom environment
• clinical & laboratory setting