HSC Adjunct Faculty Member - AGACNP - Lubbock

Texas Tech University•Lubbock, TX

About The Position

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) School of Nursing is dedicated to preparing knowledgeable, compassionate nurses and nurse practitioners to address the nursing shortage in West Texas and across the nation. The Adjunct Faculty Member supports the School of Nursing’s mission through teaching, service, and scholarly engagement. This role supports the Graduate Program by providing instruction in clinical, laboratory, classroom, and online settings and participating in curriculum planning, academic advising, and professional development. The position provides academic and clinical instruction, plans and coordinates student learning experiences, and maintains academic standards established by the school and university. The faculty member reports directly to the Graduate Department Associate Dean/Department Chair and participates in academic, scholarly, and professional activities appropriate to rank.

Requirements

Earned doctorate and a master’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited university, or enrollment in a doctoral program.
Current RN/APRN license in Texas, or ability to transfer a license to Texas.
National certification as an Adult Gero Acute Care NP or Adult Acute Care NP.
At least five years of clinical experience in the advanced practice nursing role as an Adult Gero Acute Care NP or Adult Acute Care NP.

Responsibilities

Teach students in online, clinical, laboratory, and classroom settings.
Plan, coordinate, and conduct online, classroom, and clinical learning experiences.
Assume responsibility for or participate in planning and organizing assigned courses.
Provide academic advising and counseling to assigned students.
Participate in developing, implementing, and evaluating school, program, course, and student activities.
Plan professional development activities, such as continuing education offerings, workshops, and professional meetings.
Participate in program, school, and university committees and other activities associated with professional status.
Maintain membership in professional associations and participate by serving on local or state committees of professional organizations.
Incorporate new knowledge and techniques into online, clinical, classroom, and laboratory teaching.
Conduct research or practice activities appropriate to rank.
Maintain academic standards established by the school and university.