Nursing Adjunct Faculty - On-Campus Instructor

Smith Chason College; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Smith Chason College is seeking an ADN Adjunct Faculty member for on-campus, part-time teaching. You will deliver didactic and clinical instruction, align syllabi with program standards, and facilitate student success while modeling professional nursing practice.

Responsibilities include maintaining syllabi, holding office hours, and providing feedback to support student progression. Prior nursing experience and active California BRN qualifications are required, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Must meet the minimum qualifications set by the California Board of Registered Nursing
• Must have a minimum of four years of related practical work experience in the subject area(s) taught and possess a related degree at least at the same level as the course the faculty member is teaching.
• Maintain current certification(s) and or license(s) with regulatory agencies and all continuing education requirements set by Smith Chason College in the fields being taught and provide school copies of all the above on a yearly basis.
• Must have strong technical skills including all computer applications, internet research, database management, and analytical skills.
• Experienced with Canvas or related LMS usage for instruction (assignments, quizzes, discussion boards, gradebook, modules) is preferred.
• Online, hybrid, remote or blended teaching experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the Mission of Smith Chason College.
• Prepare and maintain up-to-date syllabi for didactic and practical courses, aligning with program objectives and industry standards.
• Deliver high-quality lectures, optimize instructional resources, and set clear expectations for students.
• Provide instructions and demonstrations on nursing practices and patient care using current references and handbooks.
• Assist students with questions about protocols, procedures and policies, and provide constructive feedback.
• Hold office hours to ensure availability of assistance with assignments, course progression, and other needs by individual students.
• Demonstrate respect and empathy towards students, acknowledging and accommodating their diverse personal differences and educational needs.
• Maintain accurate academic and attendance records, submit grades promptly, and report academic success issues to the Director of Nursing/Assistant Director of Nursing using the appropriate forms and procedures.
• Maintain a record of students’ completion of required lab hours before the end of each course.
• Adhere to the educational institutions policies and professional codes of conduct, respecting confidentiality and upholding ethical standards.
• Incorporate team-based learning strategies, participate in faculty meetings, and foster an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
• Engage in professional development including but not limited to: completion of ATI Champion course, National Nurse Educator Certification (CNE) within three years of hire, participate in research and serve as a professional resource for the local community.
• Demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness verified through faculty evaluation, student surveys, course and clinical outcomes and pass rates on the NCLEX.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by Campus Director and Director of Nursing.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Professionalism

LMS usage

Education

California BRN qualifications

4+ years related experience

Current licenses and certifications

Maintain ongoing CE requirements

Strong computer skills

Canvas or LMS experience

Online/Hybrid teaching experience

Tools

Canvas LMS

Office software

Job description

Smith Chason College is seeking an ADN Adjunct Faculty member for on-campus, part-time teaching. You will deliver didactic and clinical instruction, align syllabi with program standards, and facilitate student success while modeling professional nursing practice.

Responsibilities include maintaining syllabi, holding office hours, and providing feedback to support student progression. Prior nursing experience and active California BRN qualifications are required, with a strong emphasis on