Associate Faculty - Nurse Practitioner Advanced Health Assessment - Part Time Faculty (Virtual)

University of Phoenix; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 1,000 - 3,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance for you and depend.

Job summary

University of Phoenix seeks an Associate Faculty in Nursing to deliver undergraduate/graduate courses and mentor students. You will facilitate engaged, outcome-oriented class discussions and assessments, using current course materials and real-world applications.

The role requires a doctoral or doctoral-equivalent nursing credential, 5+ years NP/CNS experience with recent practice, and an Arizona RN license or equivalent.

Qualifications

• DNP/PhD in Nursing or MD/DO with women’s health practice experience.
• Active RN license in Arizona or multistate license.
• APRN certification and national family or women's health NP/CNM credentials.
• Minimum 5 years NP/CNS experience with at least 2 years in the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content and assessments aligning with course outlines and learning objectives.
• Maintain an engaged, supportive learning environment and respond to student inquiries promptly.
• Coach, tutor, and arrange additional resources to support student progress and clinical experiences.
• Attend faculty meetings and university events; stay updated on course standards and policies.
• Instruct and support online courses; adapt to university technology and tool changes.

Skills

Communication

Tech proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Doctorate in Nursing (DNP/PhD)

Master's in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

University of Phoenix is a leading higher education institution founded in 1976 by Dr. John Sperling. Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, their families and future generations through higher education. Our values (which hopefully you share) are: Brave. Honest. Focused.

Our University values and embraces all team members and their unique perspectives. We fundamentally believe in fostering an environment which deeply respects, celebrates, and actively encourages a diverse workforce. We are committed to hiring - and learning from - those who share our passion to help others achieve their educational aspirations.

We offer excellent benefits, an effective recognition program, and outstanding learning and development tools, including tuition vouchers for employees and their qualified family members.

About the Position

An Associate Faculty primarily instructs undergraduate and/or graduate courses in specific disciplines in accordance with University of Phoenix learning objectives and course outlines, engaging with students to drive academic rigor and student success. In addition to classroom instruction, an individual performs a variety of classroom-related and other activities, which are established by university leadership and/or dictated by specific course requirements, to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, and achieve academic success.

• Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University’s current course materials. Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make the connections between course concepts and real-world applications. Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students in accordance with the standards in the University of Phoenix Faculty Handbook and all other applicable policies and procedures Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis to facilitate timely participation and relevant classroom instruction and discussion.
• Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success by maintaining an engaged classroom presence, timely responding to student inquiries, and creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to develop cognitive skills and confidence. Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies and guidance.
• Perform a variety of additional duties, such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying appropriate additional resources, as determined by specific course and or program requirements that support student learning and success inside and outside of the classroom environment; oversee student clinical/practicum/mentorship experiences as required by the course and/or program, as applicable.
• Attend various faculty meetings and University events as required, including but not limited to General Faculty Meetings, Content Area Meetings, and student graduations. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates, instruction standards and other relevant information that contributes to associate faculty effectiveness and student engagement and achievement.
• Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s) through employment, professional certification/licensure, professional conference attendance/speaking engagements, professional publications, personal networks, professional organizations, and other viable means.
• Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment, as dictated by program requirements. Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology and adapt to technology changes as needed to facilitate classes and maintain active faculty status.
• Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

NOTE: The Primary Accountabilities above are intended to describe the general content and requirements of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or most of the Primary Accountabilities listed above. Specific goals or responsibilities will be documented in incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate manager.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Doctorate of Nursing Science, Doctor of Nursing Practice, a PhD in Nursing, or a Medical Physician degree including Naturopathic MD, Obstetrician and/or Gynecologist, and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine OR
• Doctorate degree in any area and a Master’s degree in Nursing OR
• Master’s degree in Nursing
• A minimum of 5 years of applicable experience as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and/or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), a minimum of 2 years experience within the last 5 years

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Degree must be from a regionally accredited institution
• Must have the following active unencumbered or unrestricted
• Registered Arizona Nurse or Multistate (RN) license
• Arizona Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) certification
• National Certification as a Family or Women's Health Care or OBGYN Nurse Practitioner, or, Nurse Midwife
• NOTE: Medical Physicians only require a current unencumbered or unrestricted license to practice.
• Acceptable professional position is a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Medical Physician or DO with women’s health practice experience.
• CURRENCY: Must have 2 (two) years current experience within that last 5 years
• SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENT:
• All faculty members must have one record of scholarship annually, within a rolling one-year timeframe, that meets UOPX's definition of scholarship engagement. Faculty who do not initially meet this requirement may still be qualified, however, they have one year from the date the content area is approved and/or the requirement effective date, to come into compliance with this Nursing Scholarship requirement to maintain content area approval.
• College of Nursing requires all faculty with approved courses within the College to maintain Annual Scholarship

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with adult education teaching and learning theory
• High level of problem solving and decision‑making ability to assess student work, address issues and concerns, and provide appropriate guidance
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, other faculty, staff, and external parties
• Technology proficiency, including Microsoft suite programs
• Able to convey a professional image and represent the University appropriately within the community and with external parties

Pay Range

For all states except CA, the pay range for this position is on a per course basis, and is between $1,035 and $3,686.

The hourly rate for this course in CA is: $31.25

Associate faculty are eligible for:

• Participation in our 401(k) plan; and
• Competitive tuition assistance for you and eligible dependents.

For more details around paid time off benefits,

University of Phoenix is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. Sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking are forms of sex discrimination, which are prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and by University policy. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about noncompliance should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator:

Kelly Hermann, Vice President, Accessibility & Student Affairs

602-387-9936 office / 480-749-5515 mobile

For a complete copy of the University’s Equal Opportunity, Harassment and Nondiscrimination Policy and additional information on Title IX,