Adjunct Nursing Faculty- Med Surg

Galen College of Nursing; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 62,400 - 83,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount for MSN program

50% tuition discount for DNP program

Certification renewal & exam reimburse

Free counseling services

401(k) with up to 9% match

Employee stock purchase plan

Consumer discounts

Colleague recognition program

Disaster relief support

Job summary

Galen College of Nursing in Roanoke, VA is seeking an Adjunct Nursing faculty member to facilitate learning, assess student outcomes, and contribute to curriculum development. The role requires an active RN license and an MSN, with possible BSN consideration based on campus needs.

The position includes responsibilities across classroom, lab, and clinical settings, with a focus on student learning, program outcomes, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• MSN required by the position.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Active, current RN licensure in the applicable state (State Board of Nursing).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and learner development in alignment with program outcomes.
• Apply diverse teaching strategies to meet learner needs and content context.
• Support students in professional nursing role development and values.
• Assess and evaluate student learning across classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
• Analyze assessment data to drive continuous improvement of courses and PSLOs.
• Design and implement program assessments to ensure quality improvements.
• Engage in professional development to enhance faculty effectiveness.
• Maintain current nursing practice knowledge to prepare students for modern nursing practice.
• Support the college mission and values in teaching excellence and inclusivity.
• Adhere to state and accrediting body requirements as applicable.

Education

MSN degree

BSN prepared

Job description

Salary Estimate: $62,400.00 - $83,200.00 / year

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.
• Implement 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: Applicable state as a Registered Nurse and 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, and per the State Board of Nursing

Physical and Mental Demands

If 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 (up to 10 pounds). Operation of standard office equipment such as phone, computer, classroom projector, Scantron, and printer/scanner occurs on a frequent basis. 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 our 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

Galen College of Nursing is recognized as a 2023 National League of Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence (COE).