Adjunct Nursing Faculty - Psych

Galen College of Nursing; Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount for MSN program

50% discount on DNP program tuition

Free counseling services

401(k) plan with 100% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Galen College of Nursing seeks an Adjunct Nursing Faculty specializing in Psychology to support student learning and development. The role involves creating effective learning environments, employing assessment strategies, and enhancing nursing programs through rigor in teaching.

Candidates must hold a Master of Science in Nursing and possess at least two years of clinical experience as an RN. This role offers a 75% tuition discount on specific academic programs and additional faculty benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license in Kentucky.
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience required.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning and learner development.
• Design curriculum and implement teaching strategies.
• Evaluate student learning and program outcomes.

Skills

Clinical experience

Teaching abilities

Assessment and evaluation strategies

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

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.
• Implements 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 and Work Environment

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. 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 (10 pounds maximum). 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. 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.

Job Title

Adjunct Nursing Faculty – Psych