Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Nursing-FNP

South University • West Palm Beach, FL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide learning-centered education that prepares graduates to fulfill evolving marketplace needs. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, lifelong learning, diversity, ethics, and personal and professional development. Carry out the duties and responsibilities in consideration of South University's philosophy of quality service to students, employee development and recognition, and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion. Participate in activities that promote the stature of academic programs, departments, and colleges, and abide by the mandates of the South University Board of Trustees and administration.

This is a campus-based position and is not remote. Duties listed are representative of the position's essential responsibilities; additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• DNP or PhD in Nursing.
• One to five years of experience in instruction or a formalized education process.
• Valid, unencumbered nursing license.
• FNP certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
• Outstanding conflict-resolution skills.
• Demonstrated time-management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer-based skills, including software, analytical, and report-writing skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a post-secondary or college institution.
• Experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Membership in a professional association tied to the area of instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide competency-based education aligned with South University's curricula and system of delivery.
• Design and deliver class instruction by developing instructional plans that meet course competencies, creating activities that support lesson objectives, and delivering instruction as approved.
• Support student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing competency-focused instruction, establishing student performance criteria, and evaluating learning.
• Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement, and plan and prepare effectively for classes and student success.
• Promote student success through flexibility in teaching style and work schedule, enthusiasm for teaching and students, and active student engagement in the learning process.
• Manage the learning environment by maintaining accurate records, submitting grades and reports on time, and enforcing academic and attendance policies.
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculum and system task forces, local campus events such as orientation and graduation, workshops, and meetings.
• Relate professional, life, and industry experience to learning through continued professional and technical development, industry perspectives in courses, and awareness of professional and industry trends and opportunities.
• Participate in activities that promote the stature of academic programs, departments, and colleges, and follow South University Board of Trustees and administration mandates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree