Instructor for Nursing (Part-Time)

University of the Incarnate Word; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX invites applications for part-time faculty to provide clinical and lab instruction across fundamentals, adult health, maternal-child health, psychiatric-mental health, medical-surgical nursing, and community health in the undergraduate program. Faculty uphold UIW's mission and ethics in teaching and service.

Ideal candidates hold a Master of Science in Nursing, at least three years of clinical nursing experience, and eligible Texas RN

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing is required.
• Three years of clinical nursing experience required.
• Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level preferred.
• Eligible for an unencumbered RN license in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course outlines and deliver interactive lectures based on approved syllabi.
• Prepare and administer assessments; evaluate student performance.
• Perform administrative duties related to teaching and grading.
• Collaborate with departmental faculty to ensure curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside class to assist students (1 hour per 3-hour class).

Skills

Instruction delivery

Instructional technology

Teaching schedule flexibility

Diversity & inclusion

Rules & regulations (NCAA/University)

Education

MSN

Job description

Position Summary

The Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing & Health Professions invites candidates for part-time faculty for clinical and lab instruction in fundamentals, adult health, maternal-child health (pediatrics and care of childbearing family), psychiatric-mental health, medical-surgical nursing, and community health in the undergraduate nursing program. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

UIW Mission

The Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing & Health Professions invites candidates for part-time faculty for clinical and lab instruction in fundamentals, adult health, maternal-child health (pediatrics and care of childbearing family), psychiatric-mental health, medical-surgical nursing, and community health in the undergraduate nursing program. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

Position Summary

The Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing & Health Professions invites candidates for part-time faculty for clinical and lab instruction in fundamentals, adult health, maternal-child health (pediatrics and care of childbearing family), psychiatric-mental health, medical-surgical nursing, and community health in the undergraduate nursing program. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses; evaluation of student performance is through either exams, papers, or assessment of student skills.
• Perform administrative duties as needed for teaching and grading processes.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and/or online as needed.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening, and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

Master of Science in Nursing.

Required Work Experience

Three (3) years of clinical practice in the field of nursing.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience at the baccalaureate level.

Required Certifications, Licenses Or Registrations

Eligible for an unencumbered license as an RN in Texas.

Work Hours

Based on the course assignment.

Physical Demands

Typical for faculty in this discipline.

Reports To

Dean, School of Nursing & Health Professions

Special Instructions to Applicant

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).