Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Nursing - MSN

South University Richmond • Tampa, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

South University is a private institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities that spark the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. With over 45 programs from associate to doctoral degrees, our 120-year history is formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to the students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Online and at our 8 locations and 2 learning sites, we take pride in our welcoming environment; one-on-one support and personalized attention that helps students define goals and identify the means to pursue them. Our small classes feature hands-on experiences that not only shape students’ skills and excellence in their chosen fields but also shape their characters through encouraging community involvement, volunteerism and the pursuit of life-long learning. The position is campus-based and not remote. The core of the role involves instructing and facilitating meaningful learning of course outcomes, proactively supporting the learning environment, and providing education through learning-centered instruction to meet the evolving needs of the marketplace. It also encourages a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility, respect, life-long learning, diversity, ethics, and personal/professional development, aligning with South University's philosophy of quality service, employee development, and an environment conducive to innovation.

Requirements

• DNP or PhD in Nursing
• One to five years’ experience in the instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
• Experience as a FNP is strongly preferred.
• 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 (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills)
• Must have a valid unencumbered nursing license.
• FNP certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a professional association tied to area of instruction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides competency-based education which aligns with the South University model of curricula as well as supports the South University style of system delivery.
• Designs and delivers class instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course competencies, to create activities which support lesson objectives, and to deliver the instruction as approved.
• Enables the achievement of pre-described exit competencies for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction which fosters competencies and establish student performance criteria and evaluation.
• Delivers learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Promotes student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the learning process.
• Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing school/campus academic and attendance policies.
• Contributes to a learning culture by participating on curriculum and system task forces, supporting local campus events such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and meetings.
• Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by the continuation of professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
• Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South University Board of Trustees and administration mandates.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree