Adjunct Nursing Professor

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Pottsville (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks a Nurse Educator to teach and supervise nursing students in clinical, classroom, or simulation lab settings. You will contribute to curriculum development and student professional growth. The role emphasizes clinical expertise and effective teaching practices.

The position requires a Doctorate (PhD/EdD/DNP), teaching experience, and substantial nursing practice. Per diem, day shift, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Doctorate PhD, EdD, or DNP required.
• 3 years teaching in a classroom or clinical setting.
• 5 years relevant and recent clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Creates an environment in classroom, lab, or clinical settings that facilitates student learning.
• Assists students to develop as nurses and uphold professional values.
• Implements effective clinical and assessment evaluation strategies.
• Applies clinical expertise in the health care environment.
• Operates the curriculum to prepare graduates for the health care setting.

Skills

RN license (PA)

FERPA knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Interpersonal skills

Lifelong learning mindset

Education

Doctorate PhD/EdD/DNP

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Teaches and supervises nursing students in the clinical, classroom or simulation lab settings and contributes to the professional development of nursing students. Supplements full-time faculty in the supervision of students and facilitation of the curriculum and course objectives.

Job Duties

• Creates an environment in the classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical settings that facilitates student learning and achievement of desired knowledge, skills, and attitudes.


• Assists students to develop as nurses and integrate the values and behaviors expected of those who fulfill that role.


• Implements effective clinical and assessment evaluation strategies appropriate to the learning outcomes of the course.


• Applies clinical expertise in the health care environment.


• Operationalizes the curriculum in order to prepare graduates to function effectively in the health care environment.


• Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication and collaborative inter-professional relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate PhD, EdD, or DNP


• 3 years teaching in a classroom or clinical setting and


• 5 years relevant and recent clinical experience in a particular nursing specialty


• Demonstrates integrity, stability, imagination, and discriminative judgment in instruction of nursing students.


• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Demonstrates interest and respect for students.


• Demonstrates commitment to life-long learning.


• Demonstrates respect, collegiality, professionalism, and caring in relations with administration, staff, colleagues, and students.


• Knowledge of FERPA.


• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• CNE - Certified Nurse Educator NLN - State of Pennsylvania within 2 Years

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient’s weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift

Day Shift

Address

420 S Jackson St

Primary Location

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Schuylkill S. Jackson Street

Position Type

Onsite

Union

Not Applicable

Work Schedule

Per Diem; Variable shift and hours

Department

1024-00016 School Of Nursing