KC Adjunct Faculty - Nursing

Kettering Health Network; South Dale (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Kettering Health Network is seeking a qualified Nursing Educator in South Dale, Ohio. The role requires a Master's degree in nursing and at least two years of experience as a registered nurse. Responsibilities include designing learning experiences, evaluating student performance, and facilitating patient care interactions. The ideal candidate must have a valid Ohio RN license and demonstrate strong communication skills. The position emphasizes caring and collaborative teaching, supporting the college's mission to promote health and education.

Qualifications

• Holds current, unencumbered, and unrestricted Ohio RN license.
• At least 2 years of experience as a registered nurse.
• Membership in relevant professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Designs and facilitates learning experiences.
• Evaluates student performance using evidence-based approaches.
• Communicates clinical outcomes effectively.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Compassionate patient interaction

Adaptability to change

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Earned Master's degree in nursing

BSN degree in nursing

Job description

Job Details

Kettering College | Kettering | Resource (PRN) | First Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

Job Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities include:

1. Designs and facilitates learning experiences supporting department and college outcomes.

2. Meets professional obligations, such as office hours, committee appointments, and deadlines.

3. Anticipates change, adapts smoothly to change, and when appropriate, effects change.

4. Is a strong contributor to all appropriate teams, exhibiting Christian collegiality in team relationships.

5. Supports Higher Learning Commission projects for continuous quality improvement.

6. Routinely evaluates own learning needs and exhibits continuously improving outcomes.

7. Is a role model for professional behavior that supports our institutional values (Trustworthy, Innovative, Caring, Competent, and Collaborative).

8. Participates regularly in appropriate meetings and faculty development activities, including those sponsored by the College, Kettering Health, and professional organizations.

9. Uses college resources efficiently.

10. Exhibits a positive response to constructive criticism from leadership.

11. Knows and adheres to college policies and procedures.

12. Supports the mission, vision, and values of the College in all professional relationships.

13. Completes all mandatory education and/or clinical competencies.

14. Holds current, unencumbered and unrestricted Ohio RN license.

15. Completes annual basic safety education and corporate integrity education on time.

16. Designs workflow to facilitate service to students.

17. Communicates skillfully and compassionately with others.

18. Professionally helps students even when their anger, distress, or other conditions make learning difficult.

19. Stays professionally current.

20. Is knowledgeable of curriculum processes and effectively uses evidenced-based teaching approaches.

21. Plans students’ clinical experiences and evaluates students’ performance in alignment with expected curriculum outcomes.

22. Communicates clinical outcomes to student, preceptor, and staff at clinical site.

23. Provides for appropriate supervision of students in the clinical setting, in accordance with Ohio Board of Nursing regulations.

24. Participates in the utilization of and or research projects to advance nursing education and practice.

25. Works collaboratively with preceptors in the education of students in clinical settings.

26. Facilitates communication between the preceptor, student, and instructor.

27. Provides the preceptor with orientation information regarding the program of study and roles of the student, preceptor, and instructor.

28. Is available to the preceptor and student for assistance and clarification through rounds, phone, or pager.

29. Functions as a resource in any issues surrounding the professional development of the student.

30. Objectively and subjectively evaluates the student’s performance, incorporating feedback from the preceptor.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Earned Master’s degree required, in nursing. BSN degree in nursing.

Must hold an BSN and MS earned from an approved and accredited institution and nursing program.

If faculty is not a nurse, see college education requirements.

Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Current, valid, unencumbered and unrestricted Ohio RN license.

At least 2 years of experience in the practice of nursing as a registered nurse required. If faculty is not a nurse, licensure is not required.

Professional/Affiliations: Membership in appropriate professional organizations is considered a necessary element of this position. Participation in community organizations enhancing the effectiveness of the college is encouraged.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in relevant field

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.