Adjunct Faculty - Clinical Nursing (Medical/Surgical)

Bristol Community College • Fall River, MA

5h • Hybrid

About The Position

Bristol Community College is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Clinical Nursing (Medical/Surgical). Bristol Community College is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment and is committed to enriching its educational experience through a supportive community. If you share a passion for helping students succeed and enjoy working in a community of innovative, inclusive, and collaborative colleagues, Bristol is the place for you! As a Commonwealth of Massachusetts employer, Bristol offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability, retirement and paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay). We also offer tuition waiver discounts at the Commonwealth's public higher education institutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master's degree in Nursing; or a Bachelor's degree in Nursing with a CNE; or a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and enrolled in a Master's program in Nursing.
• Must possess a current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• For instructors with a BSN degree, minimum of two (2) years of full-time clinical experience in medical/surgical nursing, within the last five (5) years.
• For instructors with a Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or equivalent nursing degree, minimum of two (2) years of full-time clinical experience in medical/surgical nursing, within the last five (5) years.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, as well as technology and computer applications common in nursing practice.
• Demonstrated experience working within nursing teams.
• Must submit to a background check (including Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI)/Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI)) and may be required to submit to a drug screening as a condition of employment.
• The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty, and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of a Master's degree in Nursing or equivalent nursing degree.
• Experience using High Impact Practices.
• Experience teaching at a community college, preferably in a nursing program.
• Graduate of Bristol's Adjunct Certificate Program.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Canvas.
• Prior online teaching experience using a Learning Management System.
• 18 graduate credits in the area of nursing.
• Ability to communicate in a language in addition to English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a clinical experience for up to 10 students for 12-15 hours per week.
• Provide clinical instruction that coordinates with theoretical content and achieves course objectives.
• Engage in a critical role in the teaching and learning process as a member of the nursing team, contributing to student success.
• Perform all functions related to clinical assignments, including but not limited to making clinical assignments, correcting detailed nursing care plans, and completing and reviewing evaluation reports with students.
• Provide regular, accurate and timely feedback to students and the nursing/clinical team leader concerning academics, clinical performance, behavior and attendance.
• Work with the Nursing Department Chair and full-time Nursing faculty team responsible for Medical/Surgical nursing theory.
• Participate in weekly nursing first or second year team meetings each semester.
• Instruct students in laboratory safety procedures, if applicable.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to address the college's goals related to technology, academic innovation and equity.
• Complete required trainings such as, but not limited to, Title IX, FERPA, Bloodborne Pathogens and Information Security.
• Adhere to workload as specified in the Collective Bargaining Agreement, to include duties such as, but not limited to, completing book orders, creating syllabi, verifying student enrollment, and submitting final grades by the contractual deadline.
• Be available to students either virtually or in-person for assistance meeting course requirements and supporting student academic success.
• Be willing to teach in the Dual Enrollment program or Early College at the surrounding high schools.
• Foster student success across the college's diverse student body.
• Demonstrate a sense of professionalism and consistently reflect Bristol's core values while interacting with members of the Bristol community.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned, consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• life
• long-term disability
• retirement
• paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay)
• tuition waiver discounts at the Commonwealth's public higher education institutions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level