Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Faculty Medical-Surgical Nursing (Day & Night Shifts [...]

Concordia University-St. Paul; Greenwood Village (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated nursing educators to join their team at a vibrant university campus. This part-time position offers a chance to inspire and educate the next generation of nurses in clinical settings, engaging with students in both day and night shifts. The role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to delivering high-quality instruction in nursing education. Join a diverse academic community that values excellence and supports the development of future healthcare professionals. If you are passionate about nursing and education, this opportunity could be your next rewarding career move.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in nursing required; must have 3 years as an RN.
• Experience in clinical instruction and nursing education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
• Deliver clinical instruction and provide timely feedback on assessments.
• Collaborate with academic teams to support student success.

Skills

Clinical Instruction

Nursing Education

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

Contracted Faculty of Practice (Adjunct): Faculty Medical-Surgical Nursing (Day & Night Shifts Available) - Denver Campus

Opportunity: Part-time (adjunct) Clinical Instruction as Platt College transitions to become Concordia University, St. Paul - Denver Campus.

Come join the CSP College of Nursing! We are looking for graduate-prepared nurses with expertise in adult medical-surgical nursing to teach our baccalaureate students in the clinical setting. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your knowledge and influence the nurses of tomorrow across a variety of shifts! If you are at a crossroads in your career or just looking to explore new ways to contribute to the nursing profession, being a nurse educator can be a rewarding career addition or change. This position can also include teaching in the simulation environment. If you are a night owl, we would love to have you join our team to instruct nursing students learning in clinical settings at night.

Position Overview: Faculty at Concordia University, St. Paul (CSP) work as members of an academic team of full- and part-time colleagues to consistently deliver engaging instruction to nursing students pursuing their BSN. Faculty are expected to demonstrate innovation and excellence in course instruction, foster an atmosphere of active intellectual and creative engagement with students in and out of the classroom, and support the Christian mission of the university. With students at the center of the university’s mission, delivering a high-quality student experience is a top priority of the Concordia learning community.

Course Description:

NSG 385P (3.0 Credits) Practicum, Nursing Care of Adults and Older Adults I: This practicum enables the student to apply concepts, principles, and skills learned in NSG 385 in the patient/client healthcare environment.

NSG 386P (3.0 Credits) Practicum, Nursing Care of Adults and Older Adults II: This practicum enables the student to apply concepts, principles, and skills learned in NSG 386 to the patient/client healthcare environment.

NSG 420 (4.0 Credits) High Acuity Nursing Care: This course prepares the student to administer evidence-based nursing care to patients across the lifespan in critical, operative, or emergent healthcare environments. Rapid critical thinking skill development is essential for performing this type of nursing care.

Course Instruction Responsibilities:

• Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
• Deliver clinical instruction on dates as scheduled.
• Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, typically within five business days of the assessments’ due dates.
• Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).
• Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Follow the university and academic unit’s policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Education Required: Minimum of a graduate degree in nursing from a Nursing Education Program with national nursing accreditation, or demonstrate compliance with the following: (1) if the individual has a graduate degree in a field other than nursing, he or she must have a bachelor’s degree in nursing from a Nursing Education Program with national nursing accreditation and demonstrate evidence that the graduate degree is in a field relevant to the area of responsibility.
• Experience Required: 3 years as an RN.

Supplemental Information: It is the policy of CSP to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

However, CSP is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CSP reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religious tenets.

The mission of Concordia University, St Paul, a university of The Lutheran Church- Missouri Synod, is to prepare students for thoughtful and informed living, for dedicated service to God and humanity, and for enlightened care of God's creation, all within the context of the Christian gospel.

The vision of Concordia University, Saint Paul, is to be acknowledged as the leading Lutheran university offering exceptional opportunities for students from all backgrounds who seek relevant career preparation and a challenging academic experience coupled with the insights of Lutheran theology.

Promise to Students – Concordia University, Saint Paul, empowers you to discover and engage your purpose for life, career and service, in a dynamic, multicultural, urban environment, where Christ is honored, all are welcome, and Lutheran convictions inform intellectual inquiry and academic pursuits.

Concordia University owns a 41-acre campus just West of Downtown St. Paul with easy access to light-rail and bus transportation. Only blocks away from popular Summit and Grand Avenues, restaurants, shopping, and cultural activities abound. Concordia is known to have one of the most racially and ethnically diverse university student bodies in the state of Minnesota.

CSP prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at https://www.csp.edu/student-life/title-ix/

Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger - [e-mail], with any questions.