Adjunct Nursing Faculty-OB

Galen College of Nursing; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount for MSN program

50% tuition discount for DNP program

Certification renewal and exam reimbursement

401(k) plan with company match

Free counseling services

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Galen College of Nursing is seeking an Adjunct Nursing Faculty to teach in the OB specialization. This role involves facilitating learning, evaluating student performance, and participating in curriculum development. The ideal candidate must hold a Master's degree in Nursing and have at least two years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse. The position offers benefits, including tuition discounts and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered RN licensure in the applicable state.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and learner development.
• Evaluate student learning and program outcomes.
• Participate in curriculum development and implementation.

Skills

Facilitating learning

Assessment and evaluation

Curriculum development

Clinical instruction

Commitment to inclusivity and excellence

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Nursing Faculty- OB

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 for 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 as a Registered Nurse in the applicable state per the State Board of Nursing.
• Education: Minimum of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree required; BSN‑prepared nurses may be considered depending on campus needs.
• Experiential: Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse per the State Board of Nursing requirements.

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment

When performing nursing duties related to clinical instruction (especially patient contact), hazards may include needle sticks, blood and bodily fluid exposure, or other hazards typical for a registered nurse. The position requires mental activity—reading, planning, preparing, evaluating, and decision‑making. Physical demands in the classroom and office are minimal and considered sedentary with occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds. The role may require evening or weekend hours, travel to clinical sites and extended classrooms, and regular attendance.

Benefits

• Adjunct faculty eligible for a 75 % tuition discount for Galen’s Academic Leadership MSN program and a 50 % tuition discount 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

Recognized as a 2023 National League of Nursing (NLN) Center of Excellence (COE).

Galen’s Compassionate Care Model Values

• Inclusivity: Foster an environment that provides opportunity for every individual to reach their full potential.
• Character: Act with integrity and compassion in all I do.
• Accountability: Own my role and accept responsibility for my actions.
• Respect: Value every person as an individual with unique contributions worthy of consideration.
• Excellence: Commit myself to the highest level of quality in everything I do.