Annual Faculty, ABSN Pediatric Nursing

Samuelmerritt; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health sciences institution located in Oakland is looking for a dedicated faculty member to clarify nursing curriculum and engage actively with diverse student populations. The role requires teaching experience at the baccalaureate level and a commitment to preparing professionals in healthcare. With a focus on hands-on, experiential learning and community outreach, the ideal candidate will model ethical professional behaviors and expert communication skills. This position includes instructional and service hours critical for a regular appointment.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with leadership in healthcare and academic institutions preferred.
• Ability to model expert communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Clarify nursing curriculum and programmatic requirements.
• Engage in 1722 instructional and 150 service hours for faculty appointment.
• Assist in community service outreach locally and globally.

Skills

Expert communication skills

Ethical and professional behaviors

Education

Teaching experience at the baccalaureate or higher degree level

Job description

**Major Areas of responsibilities include but not limited to:** Other duties as assigned. Clarify with the student the nursing curriculum and interpretation of programmatic requirements. *\*\*\* 1722 instructional and 150 service hours comprise a regular, 12-month annual faculty appointment.* *\* (NOTE: Total workload for a regular, 12-month annual faculty appointment is 1872 hours – 1722 teaching and 150 service hours.)*Minimum Qualifications & Requirements**Education & Experience** Teaching experience of diverse students at the baccalaureate or higher degree level, preferred. Rank is commensurate with qualifications and experience.Experience working with leadership in healthcare and academic institutions and community organizations, preferred. **Skills** **Abilities** Model appropriate ethical and professional behaviors, as well as expert communication skills. **SMU is a health sciences institution offering high-quality instruction, outstanding faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities. We have a deep commitment and proven track record of preparing professionals to address today’s healthcare needs.****Our Mission** We educate students to become highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals who positively transform the experience of care in diverse communities.**Our Vision** Samuel Merritt University will become nationally recognized as a premier, multi-specialty health sciences institution. Expert faculty and staff will shape an inclusive learning environment where all students experience best teaching practices and state-of-the-art learning approaches. The University will select and support students who will flourish in the rigorous academic programs, learn to practice expertly, and pass licensure or certifications examinations on their first attempt.**Our Philosophy of Teaching and Learning** We see faculty and students as partners in the teaching and learning process. Our programs, curricula, and courses are designed to encourage active, experiential learning as well as collegial, scholarly, and effective communications. We believe that clinical and practical applications, including interprofessional education, provide a critical foundation for learning in the health professions. SMU graduates use sound reasoning, evidence-based care, and clinical expertise to respond to the needs of the people they serve.## ## Community and DiversityWe're more than a top health professions university. SMU is committed to training students in the importance of social determinants of health and how to care for patients from diverse backgrounds with integrity and compassion. **Our Values** If you're interested in transforming the care experience in diverse communities, SMU could be the place for you. SMU students learn to advance health equity and make a lasting impact on individuals' health and community well-being. At the core of our educational values are hands-on, experiential learning; the promotion of diversity and inclusion; and community-service outreach, locally and globally.We embrace:* A learning environment where we challenge ourselves and our students to think critically, seek mastery, and act compassionately* A collegial environment where we are fair, respectful, and behave with integrity* A collaborative environment where we partner with one another and with others in the community* An innovative environment where we take reasoned risks and move nimbly* A results-oriented environment where we provide and expect exceptional performance and service