Adjunct RN Faculty - Complex (Or Critical) Care - Nursing - New Mexico

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University invites applications for Adjunct Clinical Nursing faculty to share knowledge with nursing students in Albuquerque, NM. The role requires travel to observe student performance during clinical rotations and to support course objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN or higher with relevant critical care experience and will maintain licensure and compliance with accreditation standards. Teaching excellence and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Nursing required; Master’s in Nursing preferred.
• 2 years of recent direct Critical Care nursing experience preferred.
• Active RN license (AZ or multi-state) required or compact license.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce didactic content for pre-licensure nursing.
• Collaborate with faculty to evaluate and document student progress.
• Participate in grading written and clinical performance checkoffs.
• Stay current with trends in nursing practice and accreditation requirements.
• Travel to Albuquerque area sites to observe student performance during rotations.

Skills

Critical Care nursing

Communication

Student relationships

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Master's in Nursing

Job description

Grand Canyon University has an opening for Adjunct Clinical Nursing faculty members, and we invite applications from individuals who are enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with our Nursing students.

This clinical adjunct position requires travel within the Albuquerque, NM area to directly observe student performance, when scheduled for clinical rotations.

What you will do

• Reinforce didactic content, teaching the knowledge and skills needed for pre-licensure nursing
• Collaborate with content area faculty to provide expert evaluation and documentation of student progress toward clinical objectives
• Participate in grading written and clinical performance checkoffs
• Remain current with new trends and development in the specific field of nursing practice
• Maintain compliance with requirements for program accreditation
• Uphold the tenets of nursing as a holistic profession as well as the pillars of the University
• Travel to GCU student sites, directly observing student performance
• Participate in and/or support of the university program in all areas including an evident congruence with the philosophy and direction of the institution, and service to the community
• Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University

What you need

• Preferred: Masters (or higher) in Nursing 2 years of recent direct Critical Care nursing experience.
• Minimum: Bachelor's in nursing AND 3 years of recent direct Critical Care nursing experience AND enrolled in a graduate program OR hold relevant national certification for the clinical area in which they teach.
• Nurses must possess an active, current, unencumbered, and unrestricted AZ or multi-state RN license.
• An active, current, unencumbered, and multi-state (compact) RN license
• Must successfully pass a drug test and competency testing
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to build positive relationships with students

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GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.